.office Domain
.office is a brand gTLD delegated in 2015 and reserved exclusively for Microsoft Corporation, with Verisign as the registry's technical operator. Not available for public registration.
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About the .OFFICE domain
What is the .OFFICE domain?
Microsoft designed this extension to offer a more secure and authentic online experience to users interacting with its Office products and services, while protecting the Microsoft Office brand from unauthorized use. Unlike other brand extensions, .office never had Sunrise or trademark claims periods for third parties, since it has remained reserved exclusively for Microsoft since its delegation, with no commercial registrar offering it to the public.
.office is a closed brand extension, reserved exclusively for Microsoft Corporation. There was no Sunrise period or trademark claims period for third parties, since the extension has never been offered for public registration. Verisign, as the registry's technical operator, enforces this restrictive policy at the registry level. It is not available for public registration under any circumstances. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .OFFICE
Who is the .OFFICE domain for?
These are the most common situations where .OFFICE is the ideal extension.
Internal and brand use by Microsoft
The only real use of this extension, tied to protecting the Office ecosystem.
Not available to the general public
No individual or external company can register a .office domain.
.OFFICE vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .OFFICE with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .office This page | Exclusive use by Microsoft | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .com | Any project available for public registration | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .OFFICE 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 .OFFICE domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .OFFICE domain
Can I register a .office domain?
No, this extension is owned by Microsoft and has never been open to public registration.
Why did Microsoft apply for this extension?
To offer a more secure and authentic online experience tied to its Office products, protecting its brand from unauthorized use.
Who manages the .office domain?
Microsoft Corporation, based in Redmond, Washington, with Verisign as technical operator. It was delegated to the root zone on June 22, 2015.
Is there any commercial way to get a .office domain?
No, there are no commercial 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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