.cd Domain
.cd is the ccTLD of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, registered with IANA on August 20, 1997, and redelegated to OCPT in 2011. It requires no residency or citizenship: anyone in the world can register it.
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About the .CD domain
What is the .CD domain?
Despite being a ccTLD, there are no residency or citizenship restrictions: anyone in the world can register a .cd domain, except for certain reserved names such as com.cd, net.cd, or org.cd. Names can be between 1 and 63 characters, with no hyphens at the start or end, or consecutively in the third or fourth position. The registry currently does not support internationalized domain names (IDN), and registration periods range from 1 to 5 years.
Uses of .CD
Who is the .CD domain for?
These are the most common situations where .CD is the ideal extension.
Business and projects in the DR Congo
The most direct, geographically coherent use: companies and services with genuine activity in the country.
Unrestricted international projects
Anyone or any company in the world can register .cd with no residency required.
Mining and natural resources sector
The DR Congo is one of the world's largest producers of cobalt and other strategic minerals.
E-commerce in the Congolese market
Online stores seeking local brand recognition in one of Africa's most populous markets.
.CD vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .CD with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .cd This page | Any project, with no restrictions | None | Check price |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .CD 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 .CD domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .CD domain
Do I need to be a resident of the DR Congo to register a .cd domain?
No. Anyone or any company in the world can register it, with no residency or citizenship requirements.
Who manages the .cd domain?
The Office Congolais des Postes et Télécommunications (OCPT), following a formal redelegation in 2011. It was registered with IANA on August 20, 1997.
Are there reserved names in the .cd registry?
Yes, some names like com.cd, net.cd, or org.cd are reserved.
Does .cd support special characters or IDN?
No, it currently does not support internationalized domain names.
How much does a .cd domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .cd domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price for this extension.
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