Architects and architecture firmsFixed price $79.99/yearRequires qualification verification

.archi domain — the extension for architects

.archi is the extension reserved for qualified architects and architecture firms. Requires qualification verification — the URL that accredits the architecture degree before seeing a single project.

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2014 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
$79.99 Registration price / year
Yes Registration restrictions

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About the .ARCHI domain

What is the .ARCHI domain?

The .archi is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) managed by STARTING DOT / Afilias. It was delegated by ICANN in 2014. Unlike other gTLDs, .archi has eligibility restrictions: it requires verification that the registrant is a qualified architect or recognised architecture firm. It is the extension for independent architects, architecture firms, architectural design studios and any professional in the sector who can accredit their qualification. The restriction reinforces credibility: if someone has a .archi, they are an architect. Fixed price $79.99/year.
Extension .ARCHI
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2014
Registry STARTING DOT / Afilias
Restrictions Yes
Registration $79.99/year
Renewal $79.99/year

Uses of .ARCHI

Who is the .ARCHI domain for?

These are the most common situations where .ARCHI is the ideal extension.

Practising architects with digital portfolios

Independent architects with project portfolios: drawings, renders, finished building photography and contact details for clients and competitions.

Architecture firms and practices

Boutique studios, mid-sized firms and large architecture practices wanting a URL that accredits their professional nature.

Sustainable and bioclimatic architecture

Architects specialising in sustainable construction, bioclimatic architecture, LEED certification and natural material construction.

Residential architecture and housing

Architecture firms specialising in single-family housing, building renovation and architectural interior design.

Urban planning and urban design

Architects and urbanists specialising in urban planning, public space design and urban area regeneration.

Architecture schools and faculties

Architecture schools, university faculties, master's programmes and architectural design training.

Real examples

Well-known websites with .ARCHI domain

my.archistudio.archidesign.archiurban.archigreen.archihome.archinew.archiopen.archi

.ARCHI vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .ARCHI with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.archi This page Verified architects and architecture firms Requires qualification verification $79.99/year
.design Design in general (no restrictions) None $24.99/year
.build Construction and building None $73.99/year
.studio Creative studios in general None $17.99/year
.com Any project None $14.99/year

Registration process

How to register your .ARCHI domain at miHosting

01

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.

02

Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

03

Your domain is live

Within minutes your .ARCHI domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .ARCHI domain

What verification does .archi require?

The .archi requires the registrant to prove they are a qualified architect or recognised architecture firm. Verification is carried out through the registry operator, which may request professional membership or official qualification documentation.

Does .archi have fixed registration and renewal pricing?

Yes. .archi maintains the same price of $79.99/year for both initial registration and renewals.

Can an architecture student register a .archi?

Generally no, as .archi requires an architecture qualification. Students may opt for .design or .studio while completing their training and apply for .archi once they obtain their qualification.

Does .archi rank well in Google for architecture searches?

Google treats .archi like any gTLD. However, the verification restriction adds an implicit layer of credibility: if Google processes professional authority signals, .archi with project content may have high semantic coherence.

Is .archi or .design better for an architecture firm?

.archi ($79.99) accredits that the holder is an architect — the restriction is the credential. .design ($24.99) is more affordable and unrestricted, but does not communicate the specificity of architecture. For architects wanting to communicate their qualification from the URL, .archi is the most powerful.

Can I transfer my .archi domain to miHosting?

Yes. The transfer has no additional cost. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar and must maintain active qualification verification. The process takes 5 to 7 business days.

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The .archi domain is the exclusive extension for qualified architects and architecture firms — managed by STARTING DOT / Afilias since 2014 at a fixed price of $79.99/year for registration and renewal. Unlike other extensions, .archi requires qualification verification: if someone has a .archi, they are an accredited architect. This restriction transforms the extension into a credential: the URL certifies the qualification before a potential client sees a single render. For independent architects with portfolios, architecture firms, sustainable and bioclimatic architecture specialists and urban planners, .archi communicates professional authority from the first character. studio.archi, design.archi, green.archi — URLs that combine identity and credential in a single extension. Registering a .archi domain at miHosting costs $79.99/year with managed DNS, @yourstudio.archi email and real technical support. Combine it with our professional hosting so your architecture portfolio has the platform its projects deserve.