.nico Domain
.nico is a brand domain delegated in 2015 and reserved exclusively for DWANGO Co., Ltd., tied to Japanese video-sharing platform Niconico, based in Tokyo.
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About the .NICO domain
What is the .NICO domain?
Niconico is a popular Japanese video-sharing platform, launched in 2006 by DWANGO, known for its distinctive system of real-time comments overlaid directly on the video, highly popular in Japanese otaku culture. As with other extensions under Specification 13, .nico is reserved exclusively for the company's own corporate use, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies.
.nico is a single-registrant brand extension, reserved exclusively for DWANGO, tied to its Niconico video platform, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .NICO
Who is the .NICO domain for?
These are the most common situations where .NICO is the ideal extension.
Corporate use by Niconico (DWANGO)
The only real use of this extension, tied to the video platform's identity.
Not available to the general public
No external company or individual can register a .nico domain.
.NICO vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .NICO with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .nico This page | Corporate use by DWANGO Co., Ltd. | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .com | Any video project available for registration | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .NICO 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 .NICO domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .NICO domain
Can I register a .nico domain?
No, this extension is reserved exclusively for DWANGO's corporate use.
What is Niconico?
A popular Japanese video-sharing platform, launched in 2006, known for its real-time comment overlay system.
Who manages the .nico domain?
DWANGO Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo. It was delegated to the root zone on February 9, 2015.
Is there any commercial way to get a .nico domain?
No, there are no registrars offering this extension to the public.
What alternative does miHosting recommend?
A generic extension like .com, available immediately. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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