.tel domain — the extension for your contact information
.tel is a unique extension designed to directly host your contact information, social media and communication details without needing to build a traditional website.
From $12.99/year · Renewal $15.99/year · No hidden fees
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About the .TEL domain
What is the .TEL domain?
Uses of .TEL
Who is the .TEL domain for?
These are the most common situations where .TEL is the ideal extension.
Digital business cards
Professionals wanting a simple URL that centralises all their contact details, like a digital business card.
Business contact directories
Companies wanting a centralised point of contact information for their different departments.
Personal brands and professional profiles
Freelancers and independent professionals looking for a contact presence without needing a full website.
Artists and public figures
Artists and public figures centralising their contact channels and social media in one place.
Customer service centres
Companies wanting direct, simplified access to their customer service channels.
Events and temporary projects
Events needing a centralised point of contact without the complexity of a traditional website.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .TEL domain
.TEL vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .TEL with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .tel This page | Centralised contact information | No restrictions | $12.99/year |
| .me | Personal brands in general | None | Contact us |
| .bio | Biographies and personal links | None | Contact us |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .TEL 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 .TEL domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .TEL domain
Does .tel have different registration and renewal pricing?
Yes. .tel has $12.99/year for the initial registration and $15.99/year for renewals — three dollars difference from the second year.
Do I need a hosting service to use my .tel domain?
Not necessarily. The unique feature of .tel is that the registry itself provides a built-in directory page to host your contact information, although you can also point it to traditional hosting if you prefer.
Are contact.tel or direct.tel good domains?
Yes. contact.tel directly communicates the domain's function. direct.tel for direct communication channels with customers. office.tel for centralised office contact points.
Is .tel suitable for replacing traditional business cards?
Yes. name.tel works as a digital business card — an easy-to-remember, shareable URL that centralises phone, email, social media and address without needing a full website.
Does .tel rank well in Google?
Google treats .tel like any gTLD. Given its particular use as a contact directory, its SEO relevance is usually secondary to its practical function of centralising information.
Can I transfer my .tel 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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