.ai domains
.ai is the country-code top-level domain officially assigned to Anguilla, a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean. For decades it saw limited use outside the island, but the rapid global rise of the artificial intelligence industry transformed .ai into one of the most coveted domain extensions in the world. By the mid-2010s, AI startups and technology companies had widely adopted .ai for its unmistakable semantic alignment with the industry, and registrations surged dramatically through the 2020s as artificial intelligence became a defining force in the global technology economy. The extension is open to all registrants worldwide, and Anguilla earns significant government revenue from its popularity.
Whether you're launching an AI startup, a machine learning platform, or a tech product with artificial intelligence at its core, .ai is the domain extension the industry has rallied around. Originally the country-code domain for Anguilla, it has been broadly repurposed by the global tech community and carries instant credibility with investors, developers, and early adopters. Registration is open to anyone worldwide with no eligibility requirements, making it as accessible as it is impactful.
What to know
- - Originally assigned to Anguilla, .ai has been almost entirely repurposed by the global artificial intelligence and technology industry.
- - Registration is open to anyone worldwide — no connection to Anguilla or the AI industry is required.
- - The .ai extension commands premium pricing compared to mainstream extensions due to sustained high demand from the tech sector.
- - The extension saw explosive registration growth from 2020 onward, driven by the global boom in AI products, startups, and investment.
- - Anguilla earns substantial government revenue from .ai registrations, making it one of the most economically significant ccTLDs per capita.
Who uses .ai
AI Startups
Ideal for new companies building AI-powered products who want a domain that instantly communicates their focus to investors, customers, and partners.
SaaS Platforms
A strong fit for software-as-a-service tools that incorporate machine learning or AI features and want a short, memorable web address.
Research Labs
Well suited for academic and independent AI research organizations seeking a domain that reflects their technical identity and area of focus.
Developer Tools
A natural home for APIs, SDKs, and developer-facing platforms built around artificial intelligence, data science, or automation.
Tech Portfolios
Useful for individual engineers, data scientists, and AI practitioners who want a professional domain that signals deep technical expertise.
Naming guidance
Keep your .ai domain short and direct — one or two words work best, since the extension itself carries strong meaning and you don't need to force the word "AI" into the name. Aim for something memorable that functions equally well as a spoken URL and a brand name, and avoid hyphens that break the visual flow.
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.ai vs the alternatives
When to choose a different extension instead.
Choose .io if your product is a developer tool or SaaS platform without a specific AI focus or if a matching .ai name is unavailable.
Choose .com if your audience is non-technical or broadly global and universal brand recognition is the top priority.
Choose .tech if your product spans multiple technology categories beyond AI and you want a broadly inclusive tech identity.
Choose .co as a clean and modern fallback if your preferred .ai name is taken and brevity is important.
Choose .app if your AI product is primarily a consumer-facing application and you want to emphasize the app experience.
Pricing
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$291.00/yr
Renew
$291.00/yr
Transfer
$291.00/yr
Registration and renewal prices are the same - no introductory rates.
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