.maison Domain
.maison was registered with IANA on 6 February 2014, the same day as .condos. It has 1,902 registered domains, with 79.34% active in the DNS zone, and OVH — the major French hosting and domain provider — leads the registrar market.
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About the .MAISON domain
What is the .MAISON domain?
Uses of .MAISON
Who is the .MAISON domain for?
These are the most common situations where .MAISON is the ideal extension.
Real estate in French-speaking markets
The most direct use: real estate agencies and residential projects in France and other French-speaking countries.
Wine houses ("maisons" vinicoles)
In French, "maison" is also used to name traditional wineries and wine houses.
Fashion houses ("maison de couture")
Fashion and haute couture brands using the term "maison" as part of their identity.
Home decoration and interior design
Businesses focused on decoration for the French-speaking market.
Restaurants and gastronomic "maisons"
Culinary establishments using the term to evoke French culinary tradition.
Auction houses and antiques
Businesses tied to art and antiques in French-speaking markets.
.MAISON vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .MAISON with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .maison This page | Real estate, fashion and gastronomy in French markets | None | Contact us |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
| .house | Housing in general (English equivalent) | None | Contact us |
| .immo | Real estate in French and German | None | Contact us |
Registration process
How to register your .MAISON 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 .MAISON domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .MAISON domain
What does .maison mean?
It means "house" or "home" in French, and is also used to name traditional wineries or fashion houses.
Who manages the .maison domain?
Binky Moon, LLC, part of Identity Digital. It was registered with IANA on 6 February 2014, the same day as .condos.
Why does OVH lead .maison's registrar market?
OVH is the major French hosting and domain provider, confirming notable real adoption in the French-speaking market given the word's meaning.
Are there restrictions on registering a .maison domain?
No. It is a fully open-registration extension with no need to prove any type of activity.
How much does a .maison domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm current pricing.
Can I register my .maison domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing for this extension.
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