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.IST Domains - Only $ 14.40

Show your connection to Istanbul with a .ist domain. Ideal for local businesses, creative brands, tourism services, cultural projects, and organizations looking to build a recognizable Istanbul-focused online presence.

1st Year Prices
$ 14.40 Registration
$ 14.40 Renew
$ 14.40 Transfer

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Why Register a .ist Domain?

Connect with Istanbul

Give your website a distinct identity linked to Istanbul. A .ist domain is a fitting choice for businesses, organizations, and projects associated with the city.

Reach Local and Global Audiences

Promote your services, products, and ideas to residents, visitors, and international audiences interested in Istanbul.

Create a Memorable Brand

Choose a concise and recognizable web address for your business, portfolio, tourism service, or cultural project.

WHY CHOOSE .IST

WHY CHOOSE .IST

A .ist domain gives your website a recognizable connection to Istanbul. It is suitable for local businesses, tourism services, cultural organizations, and creative projects. Use it to establish a distinctive online identity and connect with audiences interested in the city.

Secure your digital advantage

Establish your brand online with the right domain. Build credibility, protect your online identity, and strengthen your digital presence with Gate Hills.

.IST Domain Pricing

Years 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 years 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years
Register $ 14.40 $ 28.80 $ 43.20 $ 57.60 $ 72.00 $ 86.40 $ 100.80 $ 115.20 $ 129.60 $ 144.00
Renew $ 14.40 $ 28.80 $ 43.20 $ 57.60 $ 72.00 $ 86.40 $ 100.80 $ 115.20 $ 129.60 $ 144.00
Transfer $ 14.40 — — — — — — — — —

Note: Pricing may vary based on fluctuations in currency exchange rates.

.ist Domain Information & Pricing

The .ist extension is a geographic generic top-level domain (gTLD) associated with Istanbul, Türkiye. It was created for individuals, businesses, organizations, and brands that want to establish a connection with the city. Registration is open to applicants worldwide, without a general residency requirement. The domain is particularly suitable for local businesses, tourism services, cultural projects, and creative brands. It is managed by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, with Identity Digital providing technical registry services.
Introduced 2015
Usage Popular among local short-form branding, tech startups, mobile apps, cultural venues, and creative professionals who want a compact, punchy alternative to the longer .istanbul extension.
Renewal Grace Period 40 to 45 days
Deletion Grace Period 5 days
Restore Period 30 days
Renewal Upon Transfer Yes, generally adds 1 year
Privacy Allowed Yes
IDN Supported No
DNSSEC Supported Yes
Type Generic
Restrictions Open worldwide; standard domain naming rules apply
Registry Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality
Wikipedia Entry Wikipedia
Registration Price (1 year) $ 14.40
Renewal Price (1 year) $ 14.40
Transfer Price $ 14.40
Restore Allowed Yes

Domain Features Included for FREE

Forwarding & Stealth Forwarding
Customer Service
Domain Security
One-page Website
One Branded Email Address
Advanced DNS Settings
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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01. What is a .ist domain?
A .ist domain is a geographic generic top-level domain (gTLD) associated with Istanbul, Türkiye. It provides a recognizable online identity for businesses, individuals, and organizations connected to the city.
02. Who can register a .ist domain?
Anyone can register a .ist domain. It is available to individuals and organizations worldwide, without a general residency or business-location requirement.
03. What can I use a .ist domain for?
You can use a .ist domain for local businesses, hotels, restaurants, tourism services, cultural projects, creative portfolios, community websites, and other projects associated with Istanbul.
04. Do I need to live in Istanbul to register a .ist domain?
No. The .ist extension is open to registrants worldwide. You do not need to live in Istanbul or have a registered business there to apply.
05. How long can I register a .ist domain?
A .ist domain can generally be registered for 1 to 10 years. You can renew it before expiration to maintain your domain registration.
06. Does .ist support internationalized domain names (IDNs)?
No. Current registrar specifications list internationalized domain name (IDN) registration as unsupported for .ist. Domain names must follow the standard permitted character rules.
07. Can I protect my personal information with a .ist domain?
Yes. Domain privacy protection is supported by registrars offering .ist registrations. Availability and the information displayed in public registration records depend on your registrar's privacy service and applicable requirements.
08. Can I transfer my .ist domain to another registrar?
Yes. You can transfer your .ist domain to another eligible registrar using its authorization code and following the required transfer procedure. A successful transfer generally adds one year to the registration period.
09. Does a .ist domain support DNSSEC?
Yes. DNSSEC is supported for .ist domains. It helps protect DNS information by allowing DNS responses to be authenticated.
10. Can I use a .ist domain for my business email?
Yes. You can create professional email addresses using your .ist domain, such as [email protected], by connecting it to a compatible email hosting service.
11. Does a .ist domain improve SEO?
A .ist domain does not automatically improve search rankings. However, it can help communicate your connection to Istanbul and create a recognizable website address. Relevant content, website quality, and effective SEO practices remain important.
12. What happens when my .ist domain expires?
After expiration, your .ist domain may enter an auto-renew grace period. If it is not renewed and proceeds to deletion, it can enter a 30-day redemption period followed by a 5-day pending-delete period. Contact your registrar promptly to avoid losing your domain.
13. Can I restore my expired .ist domain?
Yes. A deleted .ist domain may be restored during its 30-day redemption period, subject to registry and registrar procedures. Additional restoration fees may apply, so contact your registrar as soon as possible.