Requires validation of medical credentialsAimed at healthcare professionals and organizationsSubject to an acceptable-use policy against abuse

.med Domain

.med is the gTLD for the global medical and healthcare community, delegated in 2015 and managed by Medistry LLC. Requires a credential validation process through documentation.

2015 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Yes Registration restrictions

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About the .MED domain

What is the .MED domain?

The .med is a "premium" generic top-level domain (gTLD) specifically aimed at the global medical and healthcare community, delegated to the root zone on November 25, 2015, and managed by Medistry LLC, based in Cleveland, Ohio.

Registration is reserved for verified professionals and organizations in the sector: licensed practitioners (including dentists and pharmacists), accredited hospitals, clinics, and healthcare institutions, recognized medical associations and professional organizations, research institutes and universities with medical programs, as well as companies and organizations offering regulated medical products or services. Every registration application goes through a validation process requiring documentation proving the applicant's professional credentials or role within the healthcare sector. Medistry also applies an acceptable-use policy focused on preventing spam and abuse of the extension.
Registration restrictions

Registration is aimed at verified professionals and organizations in the medical and healthcare sector: licensed practitioners, dentists, and pharmacists; accredited hospitals and clinics; recognized medical associations; research institutes and universities with medical programs; and companies offering regulated medical products or services. Every application goes through a validation process requiring documentation to prove professional credentials. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.

Extension .MED
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2015
Registry Medistry LLC, based in Cleveland, Ohio
Restrictions Yes
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .MED

Who is the .MED domain for?

These are the most common situations where .MED is the ideal extension.

Licensed doctors, dentists, and pharmacists

The most direct use: healthcare professionals with verifiable credentials.

Accredited hospitals, clinics, and institutions

Healthcare centers able to demonstrate their official accreditation.

Research institutes and medical universities

Academic centers with recognized medical programs.

.MED vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .MED with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.med This page Verified healthcare professionals and organizations Validation of professional credentials through documentation Inquire
.health Health sector in general (a different extension) To be confirmed per registry policy Inquire

Registration process

How to register your .MED domain at miHosting

01

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.

02

Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

03

Your domain is live

Within minutes your .MED domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .MED domain

Can anyone register a .med domain?

No, registration requires validating professional credentials in the medical or healthcare sector through documentation.

What kind of documentation is requested?

Proof of professional credentials or the applicant's role within the healthcare sector, depending on the case.

Who manages the .med domain?

Medistry LLC, based in Cleveland, Ohio. It was delegated to the root zone on November 25, 2015.

How much does a .med domain cost?

Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.

Can I register my .med domain with miHosting?

Yes, if you can prove your medical or healthcare sector credentials. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.

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