.IO DOMAIN
Register your .io domain, with the facts in plain view
A .io domain costs $77.99 a year at MultipleNames, and renewal and transfer cost the same $77.99. Over 3 years you pay $233.97 in total. .io is open to anyone worldwide and is a favorite of tech startups. Below we explain what the Chagos Islands news means for .io.
Prices updated November 1, 2026 · USD
.io domain price
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Registration (first year) | $77.99 |
| Renewal (per year) | $77.99 |
| Transfer to MultipleNames | $77.99 |
| 3-year total | $233.97 |
Prices in USD. Taxes are calculated at checkout. Registry prices can change; the price in force on your renewal date applies. Some premium .io names are priced higher by the registry, and the search shows the exact price before you pay.
Who a .io domain is for
Tech startups
.io reads as “input/output”, so it signals software and technology at a glance.
Developer tools and APIs
Short .io names are popular for products built for developers, from APIs to open-source projects.
Brands that already use .io
If your brand lives on .io, keep it renewed and consider a backup on .com or .co for extra peace of mind.
Good to know before you register
- .io is the country code of the British Indian Ocean Territory, but anyone can register it. No local presence is needed.
- In 2025 the United Kingdom agreed to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. In April 2026 the process was put on hold, and .io keeps working normally.
- If a country code is ever retired, ICANN rules give registrants a transition period of several years; it does not happen overnight.
- Google treats .io as a generic extension, so a .io site can rank in any country.
- For extra peace of mind, register your brand on .com or .co as well. Brand protection →
Frequently asked questions
How much does a .io domain cost?
At MultipleNames a .io domain costs $77.99 a year, the same to register, renew or transfer. Over 3 years that adds up to $233.97.
Is .io going away?
Not today. .io keeps working normally. The transfer of the Chagos Islands from the United Kingdom to Mauritius was put on hold in April 2026. If the code were ever retired, ICANN rules provide a transition period of several years for existing domains.
Is it safe to build a business on .io?
Thousands of companies use .io every day. If your brand depends on it, keep it renewed and secure the same name on .com or .co as a backup.
Can anyone register a .io domain?
Yes. .io is open to people and companies anywhere in the world, with no residency requirement.
Is a .io domain good for SEO?
Yes. Google treats .io as a generic extension, so your site can rank worldwide. Content, speed and links matter far more than the extension.
Can I move my .io domain to MultipleNames?
Yes. Unlock the domain at your current provider, get the authorization code and start the transfer from our search. The transfer costs $77.99.
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