Exclusivity and premium membershipsFrom $15.99/yearNo restrictions

.vip domain — the extension of exclusivity

.vip (Very Important Person) is the extension that communicates exclusivity and premium. For membership clubs, VIP access, aspirational brands and high perceived value services.

From $15.99/year · Renewal $16.99/year · No hidden fees

2015 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
$15.99 Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .VIP domain

What is the .VIP domain?

The .vip is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) managed by Minds + Machines Group. It was delegated by ICANN in 2015. 'VIP' (Very Important Person) is a globally recognised acronym needing no translation. It communicates exclusivity, privileged access and premium treatment. It is the extension for VIP membership clubs, exclusive access platforms, brands wanting to communicate aspirationality and high perceived value services. Registration price $15.99/year and renewal $16.99/year. No restrictions.
Extension .VIP
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2015
Registry Minds + Machines Group
Restrictions None
Registration $15.99/year
Renewal $16.99/year

Uses of .VIP

Who is the .VIP domain for?

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

VIP clubs and exclusive memberships

Paid membership platforms, exclusive access clubs and any service based on belonging to a VIP group.

Hotels, resorts and luxury tourism

Luxury hotels, exclusive resorts and high-end tourism services where .vip communicates the service category.

Private events and exclusive experiences

Private event organisers, exclusive experiences, galas and any restricted-access event.

Accessible luxury and premium brands

Brands that are not ultra-luxury but want to communicate a premium value positioning — .vip elevates brand perception.

Premium app tiers and exclusive content

VIP access pages to premium app plans, top-tier subscriptions and exclusive member-only content.

Private communities and select groups

Exclusive networking groups, private professional communities and access to select member-only content.

Real examples

Well-known websites with .VIP domain

my.vipbe.vipgo.vipjoin.vipclub.vipaccess.vipyour.vipget.vip

.VIP vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

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

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.vip This page Exclusivity, memberships and premium None $15.99/year (renew $16.99)
.club Clubs and communities None $11.99/year
.luxury Ultra-premium luxury None ~$199.99/year
.pro Professionals and premium None $6.99/year
.com Any project None $14.99/year

Registration process

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

Frequently asked questions about the .VIP domain

Does .vip have different registration and renewal pricing?

Yes. .vip has $15.99/year for initial registration and $16.99/year for renewals — one dollar difference.

Does .vip rank well in Google for premium service searches?

Google treats .vip like any gTLD. The extension does not affect technical ranking, but may improve CTR for VIP or premium service searches by instantly communicating the service category.

Is .vip suitable for any type of business or only for luxury?

.vip works for any business wanting to communicate exclusivity, from ultra-premium luxury to services with VIP plans. A SaaS with a VIP plan, an app with exclusive access content or a premium discount club can all use .vip coherently.

Are 'be.vip' or 'join.vip' good acquisition domains?

Yes. be.vip and join.vip are URLs with high acquisition power — the message is literally an invitation to be VIP or join the exclusive group. Especially effective as paid membership landing pages.

Does .vip have negative connotations in any market?

Generally, .vip has universally positive connotations of exclusivity and status. In some Asian markets (especially China), 'VIP' is particularly valued as a social status symbol, making .vip especially effective for projects with Asian audiences.

Can I transfer my .vip domain to miHosting?

Yes. The transfer has no additional cost. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar. The process takes 5 to 7 business days.

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The .vip domain is the extension of exclusivity and privileged access — managed by Minds + Machines Group since 2015 at $15.99/year registration and $16.99/year renewal. 'VIP' (Very Important Person) is a globally recognised acronym needing no translation — it instantly communicates exclusivity, premium treatment and privileged access. For paid membership clubs, luxury hotels and resorts, private events, premium app plans and brands wanting an aspirational positioning, .vip elevates the perceived value of the project from the URL. be.vip, join.vip, club.vip — URLs that are invitations to belong to something exclusive. No restrictions. Google treats it like any gTLD. Registering a .vip domain at miHosting costs $15.99/year with managed DNS, @yourservice.vip email and real technical support. Combine it with our professional hosting to give your exclusive service the infrastructure its VIP users deserve.