.il Domain (.co.il, .org.il)
.il is the ccTLD of Israel, registered with IANA on October 24, 1985 — one of the oldest ccTLDs in the world — and managed by the Israel Internet Association (ISOC-IL). It requires local presence or a demonstrable connection to Israel, and since 2020 allows registration periods of up to 5 years.
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About the .IL domain
What is the .IL domain?
Registration requires local presence in Israel or a demonstrable connection to the country. The .co.il (commercial use) and .org.il (non-profit use) subdomains are open to any natural or legal person, while other subdomains have specific restrictions: .ac.il is reserved for recognized academic institutions, .gov.il for government entities, .idf.il for the Israel Defense Forces, .muni.il for municipal authorities, and .net.il exclusively for licensed internet service providers. The registry operates on a strict first-come, first-served basis, and since January 1, 2020, domains for sites and services active in Israel can be registered and renewed for an extended period of up to 5 years, up from the previous 2 years.
Registration requires local presence in Israel or a demonstrable connection to the country. The .co.il and .org.il subdomains are open to any person or legal entity; others such as .ac.il, .gov.il, .idf.il, or .muni.il are reserved for specific organization types. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .IL
Who is the .IL domain for?
These are the most common situations where .IL is the ideal extension.
Companies and individuals with a connection to Israel (via .co.il)
The most direct use: businesses and projects with presence or a demonstrable connection to the country.
Non-profit organizations (via .org.il)
Charities and associations with Israeli presence or connection.
Academic institutions (via .ac.il)
Reserved for officially recognized educational centers.
Israeli tech sector
Israel is recognized as a global tech hub, with a very active startup ecosystem.
Government and municipal bodies
Reserved for the .gov.il, .idf.il, and .muni.il extensions depending on entity type.
.IL vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .IL with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .co.il | Business with presence or connection to Israel | Local presence or demonstrable connection | Check price |
| .org.il | Israeli non-profit organizations | Local presence or demonstrable connection | Check price |
| .com | Any project with no local connection requirement | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .IL 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 .IL domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .IL domain
Do I need presence in Israel to register a .co.il domain?
Yes. Registration requires local presence or a demonstrable connection to the country.
What is the difference between .co.il and .ac.il?
.co.il is for general commercial use; .ac.il is reserved exclusively for recognized academic institutions.
Why is .il one of the oldest ccTLDs in the world?
It was registered with IANA in October 1985, barely months after the very first .com domain in history.
Who manages the .il domain?
The Israel Internet Association (ISOC-IL). It was registered with IANA on October 24, 1985.
How long can I register a .il domain for?
Since January 1, 2020, up to 5 years for sites and services active in Israel.
Can I register my .co.il domain with miHosting?
Yes, if you can prove the required connection. Contact our team to confirm availability, requirements, and the current price.
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