.so Domain
.so is the ccTLD of Somalia, registered with IANA on August 28, 1997, and managed by SONIC. Open to anyone in the world, it has become very popular as a brand domain thanks to its match with the English word "so".
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About the .SO domain
What is the .SO domain?
Registration is open to any individual or company in the world, with no nationality or residency requirements. Thanks to its match with the English word "so," .so has become one of the most popular extensions for brand domain hacks, with well-known examples like notion.so, narrative.so, or screen.so. This popularity has resulted in nearly all names under 4 characters already being registered or blocked by the registry itself. The system offers thirteen distinct namespaces: the second-level .so for general use, and third-level subdomains such as .com.so (commercial entities), .net.so (networks), .org.so (non-profit organizations), and .me.so (individuals). Names must be between 3 and 63 characters and do not support internationalized domain names (IDN).
Uses of .SO
Who is the .SO domain for?
These are the most common situations where .SO is the ideal extension.
Startups and tech brands (domain hack)
The most popular use: companies leveraging the match with the word "so".
Projects linked to Somalia
Businesses, organizations or media with genuine activity in the country.
Commercial entities (via .com.so)
A third-level subdomain reserved for businesses.
Non-profit organizations (via .org.so)
A specific subdomain for third-sector entities.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .SO domain
.SO vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .SO with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .so This page | Any project, especially tech brands | None | Inquire |
| .com | Any project with no "domain hack" connotation | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .SO 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 .SO domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .SO domain
Why is .so so popular outside of Somalia?
Because it matches the English word "so," making it a highly sought brand asset for tech startups.
Do I need to live in Somalia to register a .so?
No. Registration is open to anyone in the world, with no nationality or residency requirements.
Can I register a 3-character name in .so?
Unlikely: most names under 4 characters are already registered or blocked.
Who manages the .so domain?
SONIC (Somali Network Information Center), under the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications of Somalia. It was registered with IANA on August 28, 1997.
How much does a .so domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .so domain with miHosting?
Yes, with no residency restrictions. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.
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