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.org domain — the trusted extension for organizations, communities and purpose-driven projects

Wikipedia, Mozilla, the Internet Archive, the W3C... The most respected projects on the internet chose .org. An extension that signals mission, community and credibility at first glance.

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1985 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
$8.99 Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .ORG domain

What is the .ORG domain?

The .org domain was created in 1985 as one of the first generic internet extensions, originally intended for non-profit organizations (organization). Today it is one of the most respected and recognized extensions in the world: when a user sees .org in a URL, they immediately think of credibility, mission and community. Wikipedia, Mozilla, the Internet Archive, the W3C, the EFF... some of the most influential projects in the digital world have built their identity on .org.

It is managed by PIR (Public Interest Registry), a non-profit entity linked to ISOC (Internet Society), under ICANN supervision. Although today anyone can register a .org without formal restrictions — you do not need to be a recognized NGO — its decades of accumulated reputation make it the extension that conveys the most trust for purpose-driven projects, communities and public-interest organizations.
Extension .ORG
IANA type gTLD
Created in 1985
Registry Public Interest Registry (PIR)
Restrictions None
Registration $8.99/year
Renewal $8.99/year

Uses of .ORG

Who is the .ORG domain for?

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

NGOs and foundations

The default extension for any non-profit organization that wants to be taken seriously by donors, partners and the press.

Open source projects

Linux, Mozilla, Apache, Python... .org is the reference extension for free software and open source projects with a community vocation.

Educational organizations

Schools, academies, learning platforms and free knowledge projects that want to convey educational authority and purpose.

Independent media

Non-commercial journalism, alternative publications and opinion blogs that want to visually separate themselves from commercial outlets.

Community projects

Local associations, collectives, citizen groups and social movements that need an online presence conveying openness and collective mission.

Research and science

Institutes, research groups and academic publications that want an extension reinforcing their image of rigor and independence.

Real examples

Well-known websites with .ORG domain

wikipedia.orgarchive.orgmozilla.orglinux.orgcreativecommons.orgeff.orgw3.orgkernel.org

.ORG vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

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

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.org This page NGOs, communities, purpose-driven projects None $8.99/year
.com Global projects, businesses, stores None $14.99/year
.net Technology, networks, .com alternative None $5.99/year
.info Informational sites, directories, resources None $9.99/year
.eu European organizations and businesses Requires EU presence $8.99/year

Registration process

How to register your .ORG 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 .ORG domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .ORG domain

How much does it cost to register a .org domain with miHosting?

Registration costs $8.99/year and annual renewal is the same price. No setup fees or hidden costs. It is one of the most recognized extensions in the world at a very competitive price.

Do I need to be an NGO or association to register a .org?

No. The .org has no formal restrictions: any person, company or project can register one without needing to justify its use or prove non-profit status. However, thanks to its accumulated reputation, it is the extension that adds the most value to projects with a mission, community focus or public purpose.

Does .org rank as well as .com in Google?

Yes. Google treats all gTLDs — including .org — with the same authority. Rankings depend on content quality, domain authority and SEO strategy, not on the extension. Wikipedia.org, with billions of visits, is the clearest proof that .org can compete at any level.

What advantage does .org have over .com for a non-profit project?

The .org immediately conveys credibility, purpose and transparency. When a user sees .org in a URL from an NGO or community project, it lowers their distrust barrier. Many organizations that also own the .com use .org as their primary domain to reinforce their public-interest image.

Can I use .org for a personal blog or individual project?

Yes, with no issues. There is no rule preventing anyone from registering a .org for personal use. Bloggers, content creators, independent researchers and individual communicators use .org perfectly normally. If your project has an informational, educational or community vocation, .org may be the best choice.

Can I transfer my .org domain from another provider to miHosting?

Yes. Transferring a .org to miHosting has no management fee and automatically renews your domain for one additional year. The process takes 5 to 7 days. You only need the authorization code (EPP/Auth Code) provided by your current registrar.

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The .org domain is one of the internet extensions with the greatest global reputation and recognition. Created in 1985 for non-profit organizations, today it is used by some of the most visited sites in the world: Wikipedia, Mozilla, the Internet Archive and the W3C. Its image of credibility, purpose and community makes it irreplaceable for projects that want to convey trust and mission from their own web address. Registering a .org domain at miHosting costs $8.99/year, with no hidden costs and full management from your client panel. Includes managed DNS, the possibility of @yourorg.org email, and free transfer from other providers. Whether you run an NGO, association, community, open source project or any public-interest initiative, .org is your extension. Combine it with our professional hosting or start with the free plan if you are just getting started.