.host domain — the extension for the hosting sector
.host is the extension for hosting providers, cloud companies, data centres and any project where hosting websites, apps or services is the business.
From $97.99/year · Renewal $95.99/year · No hidden fees
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About the .HOST domain
What is the .HOST domain?
Uses of .HOST
Who is the .HOST domain for?
These are the most common situations where .HOST is the ideal extension.
Web hosting providers
Shared hosting, VPS, managed hosting and any web hosting provider.
Cloud computing and IaaS companies
Cloud providers, infrastructure-as-a-service platforms and hybrid cloud companies.
Data centres and colocation
Data centres with colocation services, data processing centres and physical infrastructure providers.
CDN and web performance providers
Content delivery networks, web acceleration providers and asset delivery optimisation.
Specialised and secure hosting
Compliance-focused hosting (HIPAA, PCI-DSS), high-security hosting and privacy solutions.
Game hosting and game servers
Game server hosting, Minecraft and CS2 server hosting and any gaming-specialised hosting.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .HOST domain
.HOST vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .HOST with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .host This page | Hosting and cloud providers | No restrictions | $97.99/year (renew $95.99) |
| .hosting | Hosting services | None | ~$95.99/year |
| .cloud | Cloud computing | None | ~$26.99/year |
| .server | Servers | None | ~$30.99/year |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .HOST 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 .HOST domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .HOST domain
Does .host have a lower renewal price than the registration?
Yes — which is unusual. Registration is $97.99/year but renewal drops to $95.99/year, two dollars less. It is one of the few extensions where keeping the domain long-term is cheaper than the initial price.
Are cloud.host or fast.host good domains for a hosting provider?
Yes. cloud.host is the natural domain for a cloud hosting provider — it communicates the technology and type of service in two words. fast.host for providers emphasising performance. secure.host for hosting focused on security and compliance.
Can a data centre use .host for their website?
Yes. A data centre offering colocation, housing and infrastructure services can use name.host — the domain communicates the nature of the business directly.
Is .host a good domain for a game server provider?
Yes. game.host, gaming.host or servers.host are direct combinations for a game server provider — they communicate the discipline before the client looks for available plans.
Does .host rank well in Google for hosting searches?
Google treats .host like any gTLD. For hosting SEO, technical content, comparison articles and reviews are the determining factors. .host may improve CTR by communicating the sector directly.
Can I transfer my .host 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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