.ly Domain
.ly is the ccTLD of Libya, registered with IANA on April 23, 1997, and managed by GACI. Domains of four letters or more require no local presence, but content regulations are strict: obscene names, religious or political insults, and gambling or lottery references are prohibited.
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About the .LY domain
What is the .LY domain?
Anyone can register an unlimited number of .ly domains of four letters or more, with no need for a local administrative contact in Libya. However, domains under four characters do require genuine local presence in the country. Content regulations are particularly strict: obscene or indecent names, including words of sexual connotation, are prohibited; terms or abbreviations insulting religion or politics, or related to gambling and lottery, are also prohibited; and names must generally not be contrary to Libyan law or Islamic morality. The .gov.ly and .edu.ly extensions require an official letter proving the applicant's identity, and internationalized domain names (IDN) are not supported.
Domains of four letters or more require no local presence, but those under four letters do require it. Obscene names, sexual connotation, religious or political insults, gambling or lottery-related content, or anything contrary to Libyan law or Islamic morality are prohibited. The .gov.ly and .edu.ly extensions require an official letter as proof of identity. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .LY
Who is the .LY domain for?
These are the most common situations where .LY is the ideal extension.
Business and projects in Libya
The most direct, geographically coherent use: companies and services with genuine activity in the country.
International projects (4+ letter names)
Anyone or any company in the world can register .ly of four letters or more with no local presence.
Oil sector
Libya holds some of Africa's largest oil reserves.
Government and educational bodies (via .gov.ly / .edu.ly)
Reserved for entities proving their identity through an official letter.
.LY vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .LY with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .ly This page | 4+ letter domains, no restrictions on lawful content | No local presence (4+ letters); content restrictions | Check price |
| .com | Any project with no such content restrictions | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .LY 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 .LY domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .LY domain
Do I need a presence in Libya to register a .ly domain?
No, if the domain has four letters or more. Shorter names do require genuine local presence.
What content is prohibited on .ly domains?
Obscene names, sexual connotation, religious or political insults, and gambling or lottery references.
What do I need to register a .gov.ly domain?
An official letter proving the applicant's identity, since it is reserved for government entities.
Who manages the .ly domain?
The General Authority of Communications and Informatics (GACI), with technical infrastructure from Libya Telecom and Technology. It was registered with IANA on April 23, 1997.
How much does a .ly domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .ly domain with miHosting?
Yes, respecting the content and length restrictions. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price.
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