.buy Domain
.buy is a generic gTLD delegated in 2015 and managed by Amazon Registry Services, acquired at a private ICANN auction for $4.6 million. Unlike .bot, opened in 2023, .buy maintains a markedly exclusive character.
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About the .BUY domain
What is the .BUY domain?
Unlike its sibling extension .bot, which Amazon fully opened to the public in October 2023 after removing its former authorization token system, .buy has maintained a much more closed profile: very few names have been released by the company for public registration to date, making this one of the most exclusive extensions within Amazon's broad portfolio of controlled generic domains.
Amazon secured this generic extension by bidding $4.6 million at a private ICANN auction held around 2014. Unlike sibling extensions such as .bot, which Amazon fully opened to the public in 2023, .buy has released very few names for public registration, maintaining a markedly exclusive character. Contact our team to confirm the actual availability and the exact requirements.
Uses of .BUY
Who is the .BUY domain for?
These are the most common situations where .BUY is the ideal extension.
E-commerce projects (limited access)
The most obvious thematic use, though with very few names actually available.
Amazon's internal strategic use
Part of Amazon's strategy of controlling generic terms relevant to commerce.
Very limited public access
Unlike .bot, actual availability for third parties remains scarce.
.BUY vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .BUY with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .buy This page | Very limited access, depending on availability released by Amazon | Few names released to the public | Inquire |
| .bot | Any project, since the 2023 opening | None since October 2023 | From ~$68.98 (reference) |
Registration process
How to register your .BUY 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 .BUY domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .BUY domain
Can I register any name in .buy?
Unlikely: Amazon has released very few names for public registration to date.
Why did Amazon pay so much for this extension?
It won a private ICANN auction in 2014, paying $4.6 million for the rights to .buy.
Is it as open as .bot?
No, unlike .bot, fully opened in 2023, .buy remains much more restricted in access.
Who manages the .buy domain?
Amazon Registry Services, Inc., based in Seattle. It was delegated to the root zone on November 20, 2015.
How much does a .buy domain cost?
Pricing and actual availability vary; contact our miHosting team to confirm the current status.
What alternative does miHosting recommend?
.bot itself, now open to the public, or a generic extension like .com. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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