.ru domain — the cheapest ccTLD in the catalogue
.ru is Russia's official domain and the cheapest ccTLD in the catalogue — just $5.99/year fixed. 100+ million internet users. No presence restrictions.
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About the .RU domain
What is the .RU domain?
Uses of .RU
Who is the .RU domain for?
These are the most common situations where .RU is the ideal extension.
Companies and projects with Russian presence
Businesses with operations or communications directed at the Russian market where .ru improves local trust and geographical signal in Russian searches.
Affordable domains for budget projects
At $5.99/year fixed, .ru is the most economical option in the catalogue for any project needing a cheap, functional URL.
International projects focused on Russian-speaking markets
Russian is the native language of 150+ million people in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan and other countries. .ru may be relevant for Russian-speaking projects beyond Russia.
Brand protection in the Russian market
International companies registering their name in .ru as brand protection, preventing third parties from registering the company name on the Russian domain.
Apps and services targeting the Russian market
Applications and digital services designed or adapted for Russian users where .ru improves local trust and recognition.
Projects with a limited domain budget
For projects where domain cost is a relevant factor, .ru at $5.99/year offers a fixed price with no renewal surprises.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .RU domain
.RU vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .RU with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .ru This page | Russian market and the cheapest ccTLD | None | $5.99/year |
| .cn | Chinese market | Requires company in China | $8.99/year |
| .eu | European Union | EU presence required | $8.99/year |
| .de | German market | Administrative contact in Germany | $8.99/year |
| .com | Global market | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .RU 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 .RU domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .RU domain
Does .ru require Russian citizenship or a Russian company?
No. .ru is one of the few national ccTLDs with no presence restrictions — anyone in the world can register it. This distinguishes it from ccTLDs like .au (requires Australian nexus) or .ca (requires Canadian presence).
Is .ru really the cheapest ccTLD in the catalogue?
Yes. At $5.99/year with fixed registration and renewal pricing, .ru is the most-used ccTLD with the lowest price in the catalogue.
Does .ru rank well in Google for Russian searches?
Yes. Google (and especially Yandex, the dominant search engine in Russia) uses .ru as a geographical signal for Russian searches. For projects active in the Russian market, .ru can improve positioning in local searches.
Are there any restrictions for using .ru outside Russia?
There are no technical registration restrictions. However, given the geopolitical context since 2022, some projects may wish to consider the identity implications associated with a .ru. For projects unrelated to the Russian market, generic extensions like .com may be more neutral.
Does .ru have fixed registration and renewal pricing?
Yes. .ru maintains the same price of $5.99/year for both initial registration and renewals, with no surprises.
Can I transfer my .ru 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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