.su Domain
.su is the ccTLD assigned to the Soviet Union, registered with IANA on September 19, 1990 — 15 months before the USSR's dissolution — and managed by ROSNIIROS/RIPN, in Moscow. It remains active, though ICANN has announced its final retirement by 2030.
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About the .SU domain
What is the .SU domain?
ICANN attempted to end the domain in 2008, but it was retained at the request of the Russian government and its active users. History has repeated itself: in February 2026, PTI (Public Technical Identifiers), the entity responsible for IANA operations under ICANN, privately notified the domain's administrator of a planned final phase-out set for 2030. Until that date arrives, the domain remains fully operational, though with a significant new regulatory development: starting September 1, 2026, Russia requires mandatory identification of domain holders in the .ru and .su zones through the state Gosuslugi (ESIA) portal, tightening control over active registrations.
Starting September 1, 2026, Russia requires mandatory identification of .su domain holders (as with .ru) through the state Gosuslugi (ESIA) portal. In February 2026, PTI — the entity responsible for IANA operations under ICANN — privately notified the domain's administrator of a planned final phase-out by 2030. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.
Uses of .SU
Who is the .SU domain for?
These are the most common situations where .SU is the ideal extension.
Projects of historical and cultural interest
A domain carrying strong symbolic value tied to the Soviet era.
Registrants in Russia and the Russian diaspora in the US
Most active .su domains are concentrated in these two countries.
Research and digital archiving
Projects documenting or studying the legacy of the internet in the post-Soviet space.
Collector domains (with an announced expiration date)
An internet curiosity with an end date already announced for 2030.
.SU vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .SU with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .su This page | Projects linked to Russia or of historical interest | Mandatory holder identification starting Sept. 2026 | Inquire |
| .ru | Projects targeting the current Russian market | Mandatory holder identification starting Sept. 2026 | Inquire |
Registration process
How to register your .SU 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 .SU domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .SU domain
Why does the .su domain still exist if the USSR is gone?
Because ICANN attempted to retire it in 2008 but it was kept at the request of the Russian government and its users, and remains active today.
Is it true that .su is going to disappear?
Yes, PTI notified in February 2026 of a planned final phase-out set for 2030.
What changes starting September 2026?
Russia requires mandatory identification of .ru and .su domain holders through the Gosuslugi (ESIA) portal.
Who manages the .su domain?
ROSNIIROS/RIPN, based in Moscow. It was registered with IANA on September 19, 1990.
How much does a .su domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Does it make sense to register a .su today?
It depends on the project: it's an extension with an announced expiration date of 2030, so it's worth weighing carefully. Contact our team for advice.
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