.education Domain
.education was registered with IANA on 19 December 2013 and has over 36,700 registered domains, with 80.13% active in the DNS zone. GoDaddy leads the market, but Squarespace and 1&1 IONOS also have a notable presence.
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About the .EDUCATION domain
What is the .EDUCATION domain?
Uses of .EDUCATION
Who is the .EDUCATION domain for?
These are the most common situations where .EDUCATION is the ideal extension.
Schools and educational institutions
The most direct use: schools and educational centers wanting a clear, recognizable domain.
Universities and higher-education institutions
Higher-education institutions complementing their main institutional domain.
Private academies and training centers
Language academies, exam-prep centers or specialized vocational training.
E-learning platforms and online courses
Digital education services offering remote learning.
Small schools with simple Squarespace-built sites
Squarespace's strong presence among registrars confirms notable real use by small institutions.
Educational institutions in the German market
1&1 IONOS's presence suggests significant adoption in Germany too.
.EDUCATION vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .EDUCATION with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .education This page | Schools, academies and training in general | None | Contact us |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
| .school | Schools specifically | None | Contact us |
| .academy | Academies and training centers | None | Contact us |
Registration process
How to register your .EDUCATION 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 .EDUCATION domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .EDUCATION domain
Who manages the .education domain?
Binky Moon, LLC, part of Identity Digital (formerly Donuts Inc.). It was registered with IANA on 19 December 2013.
Why does Squarespace have such a strong presence in .education?
It ranks second among registrars with 9.55%, well ahead of Namecheap, suggesting many small schools build their site with this simple website builder.
Does .education have good real adoption?
Yes, with 80.13% of registered domains actually active in DNS, most correspond to schools with a published site.
Are there restrictions on registering a .education domain?
No. It is a fully open-registration extension with no need to prove an education license.
How much does a .education domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm current pricing.
Can I register my .education domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing for this extension.
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