.how domain — the extension for tutorials and how-to guides
.how, managed by Google, is the extension for tutorials, step-by-step guides, learning platforms and any content that answers the question 'how to'.
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About the .HOW domain
What is the .HOW domain?
Uses of .HOW
Who is the .HOW domain for?
These are the most common situations where .HOW is the ideal extension.
How-to tutorial platforms
General tutorial websites covering multiple topics with step-by-step guides.
Repair and DIY guides
Guides for repairing appliances, crafts and do-it-yourself projects.
Software and technology tutorials
Software usage guides, programming tutorials and technical troubleshooting.
Recipes and step-by-step cooking guides
Recipe websites structured as detailed tutorials with each step of the process.
Professional and business guides
Tutorials on business processes, marketing and professional development.
Process-structured educational content
Educational platforms organising their content around the structure of 'how to do something'.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .HOW domain
.HOW vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .HOW with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .how This page | Tutorials and how-to content | No restrictions | $30.99/year |
| .guide | Guides in general | None | Contact us |
| .tips | Tips in general | None | Contact us |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .HOW 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 .HOW domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .HOW domain
Does .how have fixed registration and renewal pricing?
Yes. .how maintains the same price of $30.99/year for both initial registration and renewals.
Are fix.how or cook.how good domains for a tutorial website?
Yes. fix.how for repair guides of any kind. cook.how for step-by-step cooking tutorials. build.how for construction or craft projects. The verb + .how structure immediately communicates the type of content.
Why does Google manage .how?
Charleston Road Registry is the Google entity that manages several top-level extensions, including .how, .app and others. This doesn't imply any special search ranking benefit — it's simply the technical operator of the registry.
Is .how suitable for a software tutorial channel?
Yes. learn.how or use.how are coherent combinations for platforms tutoring the use of software and digital tools.
Does .how rank well in Google for tutorial searches?
Google treats .how like any gTLD at the ranking level. For how-to content SEO, instruction clarity, step-by-step images and structured data are the determining factors.
Can I transfer my .how 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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