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.VOTO Domains - Only $ 64.80 $ 12.00

Give your voter information or civic education project a dedicated online address with a .voto domain. Share election resources, explain democratic processes, and organise public information in one place. Choose a name that reflects your organisation or initiative and helps visitors understand your website’s purpose before they arrive.

1st Year Prices
$ 64.80 $ 12.00 Registration
$ 64.80 Renew
$ 64.80 Transfer

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Why Register a .voto Domain?

An Address for Voter Information

Use a .voto domain to bring voter education, election explainers, and civic resources together under a name that reflects your website’s subject.

Organise Your Civic Resources

Create a dedicated home for articles, public discussion events, educational materials, and links to official election information.

Open to Individuals and Organisations

Register an available .voto name for your organisation, publication, community project, or personal initiative without needing political party membership.

WHY CHOOSE .VOTO

WHY CHOOSE .VOTO

A .voto domain gives civic information a focused place online. Use it for voter education, election reporting, democratic participation resources, or a community information hub. Build a website that clearly identifies its publisher, explains its purpose, and links to reliable sources. Whether your project serves one community or a wider audience, a relevant .voto name can connect your online address with the information you publish and provide a consistent destination for future updates.

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.

.VOTO Domain Pricing

Years 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 years 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years
Register $ 12.00 Promo $ 76.80 $ 141.60 $ 206.40 $ 271.20 $ 336.00 $ 400.80 $ 465.60 $ 530.40 $ 595.20
Renew $ 64.80 $ 129.60 $ 194.40 $ 259.20 $ 324.00 $ 388.80 $ 453.60 $ 518.40 $ 583.20 $ 648.00
Transfer $ 64.80 — — — — — — — — —

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

.voto Domain Information & Pricing

Explore .voto domain registration, renewal, and transfer options for your next website. This generic extension offers a relevant address for voter information, civic education, election coverage, and community resources. Review domain availability, registration terms, renewal costs, and supported services before choosing a name that fits your project and the information you plan to publish.
Introduced 2014
Usage Voter education websites, Election information portals, Civic education projects, Election news publications, Community information hubs, Democratic process explainers, Public discussion event websites
Renewal Grace Period Up to 45 days (renewal grace period; registrar deadlines may be shorter)
Deletion Grace Period 5 days (Pending Delete; restoration unavailable)
Restore Period 30 days
Renewal Upon Transfer Yes — normally adds 1 year, subject to applicable transfer rules and the maximum registration term.
IDN Supported Yes — supported characters and languages depend on registry IDN tables and registrar availability.
DNSSEC Supported Yes
Type Generic
Restrictions Open to individuals and organisations without special political affiliation or election-cycle eligibility requirements. Registration remains subject to name availability, reserved names, applicable registry and registrar policies, and third-party rights. Registering a .voto domain does not establish government authority or official election status.
Registry Monolith Registry LLC (Identity Digital)
Wikipedia Entry Wikipedia
Registration Price (1 year) $ 12.00
Renewal Price (1 year) $ 64.80
Transfer Price $ 64.80
Restore Allowed Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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01. What is a .voto domain?
A .voto domain is a generic domain extension associated with voter information and civic participation. It can provide a dedicated address for election resources, civic education, news, and related community projects.
02. Who can register a .voto domain?
Individuals and organisations can register available .voto domains. Registration is generally open on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to registry and registrar policies.
03. Do I need to belong to a political party to register a .voto domain?
No. Political party membership is not required. The previous eligibility requirements connecting registration to a political or democratic process were removed in September 2019.
04. What can I use a .voto domain for?
You can use a .voto domain for voter education, election explainers, civic learning materials, news coverage, community resources, or public discussion events. Choose a name that accurately represents your project and clearly identify who publishes the website.
05. Does a .voto domain mean a website is an official election authority?
No. A .voto domain does not verify government affiliation, election authority, or the accuracy of a website’s content. Visitors should check the publisher’s identity and consult official election sources for authoritative information.
06. How long can I register a .voto domain for?
.voto domains can generally be registered for 1 to 10 years. Available terms depend on the registrar, and the total registration period must remain within the applicable maximum.
07. Does .voto support internationalised domain names?
Yes. The .voto registry has IDN language tables covering approved non-ASCII characters. Registrar support varies, so confirm that Gatehills can register your chosen characters and language before ordering.
08. Is domain privacy available for .voto?
Privacy availability depends on the registrar and the service offered. Some registrars do not provide domain privacy for .voto, while others offer partial contact-data protection. Confirm the available protection with Gatehills before registering.
09. Can I transfer my .voto domain to Gatehills?
An eligible .voto domain can be transferred between participating registrars. Confirm that Gatehills accepts .voto transfers, unlock the domain, and obtain its authorisation code. A successful transfer normally adds one year, subject to transfer rules and the maximum registration term.
10. Does a .voto domain include hosting or a voting platform?
Domain registration provides your online address. Website hosting, site-building tools, and any polling or voting software depend on the services you purchase separately or receive with your selected package.
11. Will a .voto domain improve my search or AI visibility?
The extension alone does not guarantee higher search rankings or inclusion in AI-generated answers. Publish useful, accurate content, identify your organisation clearly, cite reliable sources, and keep your website accessible and up to date.
12. Can I use a .voto domain for email?
Yes. You can use a .voto domain for custom email addresses when you connect it to a compatible email service and configure the required DNS records. Email hosting availability and pricing depend on your chosen provider.
13. Can I restore an expired .voto domain?
Yes, if the domain is still within its 30-day redemption period and restoration is available through your registrar. Restoration fees may apply. Once it enters the five-day Pending Delete stage, restoration is no longer available.