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.cloud domain — the extension for cloud software

.cloud is the extension for cloud services, SaaS platforms and technology. Renewal at just $12.99 — the cheapest among tech extensions. Communicate modernity from the URL.

From $23.99/year · Renewal $12.99/year · No hidden fees

2015 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
$23.99 Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .CLOUD domain

What is the .CLOUD domain?

The .cloud is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) managed by ARUBA PEC S.p.A., a subsidiary of Aruba S.p.A., one of Europe's largest hosting and cloud infrastructure companies headquartered in Italy. It was delegated by ICANN in 2015. Its most notable economic feature is the large gap between registration price ($23.99) and renewal ($12.99) — renewal costs roughly half the registration fee. This makes it one of the most affordable extensions over time within the technology theme. The .cloud has no restrictions: any company or individual can register one. It is especially suitable for cloud services, SaaS platforms, online collaboration tools, storage providers and any project that wants to communicate that its infrastructure or service lives on the internet.
Extension .CLOUD
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2015
Registry ARUBA PEC S.p.A.
Restrictions None
Registration $23.99/year
Renewal $12.99/year

Uses of .CLOUD

Who is the .CLOUD domain for?

These are the most common situations where .CLOUD is the ideal extension.

SaaS platforms and cloud software

Online work tools, project managers, CRMs, ERPs and any software used from a browser without local installation.

Storage and backup services

Cloud storage platforms, online backup, file synchronisation and distributed data management.

Hosting infrastructure and services

Cloud hosting providers, CDNs, VPS servers and infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) offerings that want to communicate their proposition from the URL.

Collaboration and communication tools

Team collaboration platforms, video conferencing, document management and remote collaboration tools operating 100% in the cloud.

AI and machine learning services

Artificial intelligence APIs, ML platforms, data processing services and automation tools running on cloud infrastructure.

Companies undergoing digital transformation

Traditional companies migrating their services to the cloud that want to communicate that shift from their domain: company.cloud as the portal for their digitalised services.

Real examples

Well-known websites with .CLOUD domain

ibm.cloudrackspace.cloudvmware.cloudoracle.cloudsap.cloudopen.cloudmy.cloudyour.cloud

.CLOUD vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .CLOUD with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.cloud This page Cloud services, SaaS, infrastructure None $23.99/year (renew $12.99)
.app Applications and platforms Mandatory HTTPS $17.99/year
.tech Technology sector None $44.99/year (renew $29.99)
.io Startups and technology None $58.99/year
.com Any project None $14.99/year

Registration process

How to register your .CLOUD domain at miHosting

01

Check availability

Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.

02

Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

03

Your domain is live

Within minutes your .CLOUD domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .CLOUD domain

Why is .cloud renewal so cheap compared to registration?

ARUBA PEC applies a pricing structure where the initial acquisition cost ($23.99) is almost double the annual renewal ($12.99). This may reflect a market penetration strategy to attract new registrations. For long-term projects it is highly advantageous: from the second year, .cloud is the most affordable themed tech extension in our catalogue.

Does .cloud rank well on Google for cloud-related searches?

Google treats .cloud like any other generic gTLD, with no algorithmic advantage based on the extension. However, the semantic coherence between the extension and the type of service can improve CTR (click-through rate) in search results — a .cloud for a cloud service immediately tells the user they are in the right place.

Does IBM use a .cloud domain?

Yes. IBM Cloud uses ibm.cloud as the domain for its cloud platform, validating the extension in the most demanding enterprise market. Oracle also uses oracle.cloud for its cloud services.

Does .cloud require mandatory HTTPS?

No. The .cloud is not preloaded in the HSTS list. At miHosting, free SSL is available with one click on any hosting plan.

Who is ARUBA PEC and why do they manage .cloud?

Aruba S.p.A. is one of Europe's largest hosting and cloud infrastructure companies, founded in Italy in 1994. It operates its own data centres across Europe and manages millions of domains and email services. ARUBA PEC S.p.A. is its subsidiary specialising in domain registration and certified services. As a cloud company, .cloud fits perfectly with its core business.

Can I transfer my .cloud domain to miHosting?

Yes. The transfer has no additional cost. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar. The process takes 5 to 7 business days.

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The .cloud domain is the extension for cloud services, managed by ARUBA PEC S.p.A. since 2015. IBM uses ibm.cloud and Oracle uses oracle.cloud as the domains for their enterprise cloud platforms — top-level validation. What makes .cloud particularly attractive is its pricing structure: registration costs $23.99/year but renewal drops to just $12.99/year — roughly half — making it the most affordable themed tech extension over time in our catalogue. No restrictions. Google treats it like any other gTLD. Registering a .cloud domain at miHosting costs $23.99/year with managed DNS, @yourservice.cloud email and real technical support. If your project is SaaS, cloud infrastructure, online storage or any service living in the cloud, .cloud communicates exactly that. Combine it with our professional hosting for a complete and coherent cloud presence.