.to Domain
.to is the ccTLD of Tonga, registered with IANA on December 18, 1995, and managed by Tonic. Open to anyone in the world, it became popular for matching the English preposition "to," historically used in link-shortening services.
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About the .TO domain
What is the .TO domain?
Registration is open to any individual or company in the world, with no residency or business presence requirements in Tonga. Thanks to its match with the English preposition "to," .to became particularly popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s as the basis for link redirection and shortening services, with examples such as go.to, becoming one of the pioneering extensions in this type of linguistic domain hack, long before the current popularity of extensions like .ly or .gl for the same purpose. Names must be between 2 and 61 characters, allow only letters, numbers, and hyphens, and the registration term ranges from 2 to 10 years.
Uses of .TO
Who is the .TO domain for?
These are the most common situations where .TO is the ideal extension.
Link shorteners and redirectors (historic use)
.to pioneered this use thanks to its match with the preposition "to".
Projects linked to the Kingdom of Tonga
Tourism, local administration and businesses with genuine activity in the archipelago.
International brands with no local presence
With no residency requirements, any company can register its .to freely.
Diving and South Pacific nature tourism
Tonga is known for its crystal-clear waters and whale watching.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .TO domain
.TO vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .TO with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .to This page | Any project, especially redirectors and shorteners | None | Inquire |
| .com | Any project with no linguistic connotation | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .TO 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 .TO domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .TO domain
Why did .to become popular outside of Tonga?
Because it matches the English preposition "to," making it widely used in link shorteners and redirectors.
Do I need to live in Tonga to register a .to?
No. Registration is open to anyone in the world, with no residency requirements.
How long is the registration period for a .to?
Between 2 and 10 years.
Who manages the .to domain?
Tonga Network Information Center (Tonic), under the Government of the Kingdom of Tonga. It was registered with IANA on December 18, 1995.
How much does a .to domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .to domain with miHosting?
Yes, with no residency restrictions. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.
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