.dev Domain — the extension for developers and code projects
.dev is Google's extension for the software development ecosystem. Developer portfolios, open source projects, technical documentation and dev tools — .dev speaks the same language as your code.
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About the .DEV domain
What is the .DEV domain?
Uses of .DEV
Who is the .DEV domain for?
These are the most common situations where .DEV is the ideal extension.
Professional developer portfolio
The most coherent URL for a developer showcasing their work: yourname.dev. Communicates technical professionalism instantly without any explanation needed.
Open source projects and libraries
The documentation website or landing page for an open source library, framework or tool. The .dev signals that the project lives in the development ecosystem.
Technical blogs and resources
Programming blogs, tutorials, architecture guides, learning resources and any technical content aimed at other developers.
Developer tools and utilities
Code converters, snippet generators, testing tools, technical APIs and any utility built to make other programmers' work easier.
Technical documentation
The reference URL for an API, SDK or technical platform's documentation. The .dev adds semantic coherence: 'this is a resource for developers'.
Software development agencies and studios
Web development companies, technical consultancies and software studios that want to signal from their domain that code is their core business.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .DEV domain
.DEV vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .DEV with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .dev This page | Developer projects & profiles | HTTPS required | $15.99/year |
| .app | Apps and platforms | HTTPS required | $17.99/year |
| .io | Startups and tech | None | $58.99/year |
| .tech | Tech projects | None | $44.99/yr (renew $29.99) |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .DEV domain at miHosting
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.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .DEV domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .DEV domain
Who can register a .dev domain?
Anyone or any company in the world can register a .dev without restrictions. You do not need to be a developer or demonstrate any technical knowledge. However, its natural use is for projects with a technical or software development component.
Why does Google use .dev for its technical resources?
Google manages .dev through Charleston Road Registry and adopted it strategically for its official developer resources: web.dev (web best practices), flutter.dev (Flutter framework), dart.dev (Dart language) and go.dev (Go language). This has made .dev synonymous with technical credibility in the dev ecosystem.
What is the difference between .dev and .app?
Both are managed by Google and require HTTPS. The difference is semantic: .app communicates 'digital product for end users', while .dev communicates 'technical resource or code project'. A developer portfolio fits better on .dev; a SaaS application for customers fits better on .app. Many projects register both.
Does mandatory HTTPS on .dev cost me extra?
Not at miHosting. The free SSL certificate (Let's Encrypt) is activated with one click on any hosting plan. The maintenance cost of the certificate is zero. If you use .dev only as a redirect or have your own server, you will need to configure a valid SSL before the domain is accessible from browsers.
Does a technical blog on .dev rank well on Google?
Yes. Google treats .dev like any other gTLD, with no advantage or penalty from the extension. Mandatory HTTPS is an indirect advantage for SEO (Google uses HTTPS as a ranking signal). For a technical blog, content quality, loading speed and structure determine rankings.
Can I transfer my .dev domain to miHosting?
Yes. Transferring a .dev to miHosting has no additional management cost. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar. The process takes 5 to 7 business days. Make sure the domain does not have the transfer lock enabled before starting.
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