.kids Domain
.kids is the gTLD dedicated to projects for children, launched in 2022 and managed by DotKids Foundation. It requires complying with strict safe content guidelines, prohibiting violence, sex, drugs, or gambling.
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About the .KIDS domain
What is the .KIDS domain?
The launch was structured across several reserved phases: a Sunrise period for holders of trademarks registered in the TMCH (Trademark Clearinghouse), followed by a Community Sunrise reserved for non-profit organizations, institutions, or charities whose main mission is advocating for children's rights, welfare, education, or protection, and finally a Pioneer Domains period reserved for participants in the .KIDS Pioneer Program, designed to identify qualified applicants with the best potential to develop domains in children's best interest. Beyond the launch phases, the most relevant ongoing quirk of this extension is its content policy: the .KiDS Guiding Principles, developed together with the sector's community and under the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), prohibit publishing any illegal or inappropriate content for minors under 18 — no violence, sex, drugs, or gambling, among other content — and require protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal data of minors visiting the site. DotKids enforces this policy through a complaint-and-response mechanism for possible violations.
.kids launched in 2022 across three reserved phases: first for holders of trademarks registered in the TMCH, then for non-profit organizations dedicated to children's welfare or rights, and finally for participants in the Pioneer program. After general availability, all holders must accept the registry's Terms of Use and Guidelines, which prohibit illegal or inappropriate content for minors — violence, sex, drugs, or gambling — and require protecting the privacy of children's personal data visiting the site, under the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.
Uses of .KIDS
Who is the .KIDS domain for?
These are the most common situations where .KIDS is the ideal extension.
Educational platforms and content for children
The most direct use: projects aimed at a minor audience, in line with the guidelines.
NGOs and charities focused on children
Organizations that proved their eligibility during the 2022 Community Sunrise.
Trademarks registered in the TMCH
Holders who secured their domain during the initial Sunrise period.
Projects committed to children's privacy
Initiatives prioritizing the protection of minors' data, in line with the UNCRC.
.KIDS vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .KIDS with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .kids This page | Projects complying with the safe content Guidelines | Illegal or inappropriate content for minors prohibited | Inquire |
| .com | Any project with no specific content policy | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .KIDS 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 .KIDS domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .KIDS domain
Are there still reserved launch phases for .kids?
No, those phases (Sunrise, Community Sunrise, and Pioneer) concluded in 2022; the registry is now in general availability, subject to the content Guidelines.
What content is prohibited on a .kids domain?
Illegal or inappropriate content for minors under 18, including violence, sex, drugs, and gambling, among others.
What happens if I violate the .KiDS Guidelines?
DotKids enforces a complaint-and-response mechanism that can lead to penalties or domain deactivation.
Who manages the .kids domain?
DotKids Foundation, with the registry operated through NIC.kids. The domain launched in 2022.
How much does a .kids domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .kids domain with miHosting?
Yes, by committing to comply with the safe content Guidelines. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.
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