.foundation Domain
.foundation was registered with IANA on 6 February 2014, originally delegated to John Dale, LLC and transferred to Public Interest Registry (PIR) — the same operator as .org — in 2022. It has nearly 44,000 registered domains, with 71.26% active in the DNS zone.
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About the .FOUNDATION domain
What is the .FOUNDATION domain?
Uses of .FOUNDATION
Who is the .FOUNDATION domain for?
These are the most common situations where .FOUNDATION is the ideal extension.
Foundations and nonprofit organizations
The most direct use: charitable, cultural or research foundations looking to reinforce their institutional identity.
Educational and scholarship foundations
Entities dedicated to funding scholarships or educational projects.
Scientific research foundations
Organizations funding or conducting research in various fields.
Social aid and solidarity foundations
Entities focused on helping vulnerable groups.
Corporate foundations
Philanthropic arms of large companies dedicated to social responsibility.
Cultural and arts foundations
Entities dedicated to promoting and preserving cultural or artistic heritage.
.FOUNDATION vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .FOUNDATION with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .foundation This page | Foundations and nonprofit entities | None formal | Contact us |
| .org | Nonprofit organizations in general | None formal | Contact us |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
| .charity | Charitable entities specifically | None formal | Contact us |
Registration process
How to register your .FOUNDATION 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 .FOUNDATION domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .FOUNDATION domain
Who manages the .foundation domain?
Public Interest Registry (PIR), the same operator as .org, since 2022. It was previously under John Dale, LLC since its IANA registration in February 2014.
Does .foundation have good real adoption?
Yes, with nearly 44,000 domains registered and 71.26% actually active, it has solid real adoption, much higher than other similar extensions like .charity.
Are there restrictions on registering a .foundation domain?
No. It is a fully open-registration extension with no need to prove legal foundation status.
What's the difference between .foundation and .org?
.foundation more specifically communicates the foundation nature, while .org is more generic for any nonprofit organization.
How much does a .foundation domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm current pricing.
Can I register my .foundation domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing for this extension.
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