.org domains
.org is one of the six original top-level domains established in 1985, alongside .com, .net, .edu, .gov, and .mil. It was originally intended for organizations that did not fit neatly into other categories, and over decades it became the de facto domain for nonprofits, charities, open-source projects, and community-driven initiatives. Today it is administered by the Public Interest Registry (PIR), a nonprofit organization accountable to the broader internet community. Despite having no formal registration restrictions, .org carries a strong and widely understood cultural association with mission-driven, trustworthy organizations.
.org is one of the internet's original and most trusted domain extensions, recognized globally as the home of nonprofits, charities, open-source projects, and community organizations. Registration is open to anyone worldwide with no eligibility requirements, but the extension's long-standing reputation for credibility and public-service intent makes it especially powerful for organizations that need to earn trust quickly. Whether you are a global charity or a local community group, .org signals that your work goes beyond the bottom line.
What to know
- - One of the six original top-level domains, first delegated in 1985.
- - Administered by the Public Interest Registry (PIR), itself a nonprofit organization accountable to the internet community.
- - Open for registration by anyone worldwide — no nonprofit status or organizational credentials are required.
- - Universally recognized as the trusted home for nonprofits, charities, and open-source communities.
- - Consistently ranks among the top three TLDs globally by total registration volume, alongside .com and .net.
Who uses .org
Nonprofits & Charities
The established standard for registered charities, nonprofit foundations, and NGOs that need immediate credibility with donors and the public.
Open-Source Projects
The preferred domain for open-source software communities and collaborative developer projects, used by organizations such as Mozilla, Wikipedia, and the Linux Foundation.
Advocacy & Campaigns
Ideal for civic advocacy groups, issue campaigns, and public-interest organizations that want a domain extension signaling mission over commercial interest.
Educational Resources
Well suited for independent educational content platforms, research initiatives, and academic communities operating outside traditional university infrastructure.
Community Associations
A strong fit for clubs, trade associations, professional societies, and local community groups seeking a credible and non-commercial web identity.
Naming guidance
Choose a name that closely matches your organization's legal or public-facing name to build immediate recognition and trust. Keep it short and free of hyphens or numbers. If your preferred name is taken, adding a descriptive word or location is preferable to switching to a less recognized extension.
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.org vs the alternatives
When to choose a different extension instead.
Choose .com if your organization operates commercially or if your audience instinctively types .com — registering both .org and .com is common practice for major nonprofits.
Choose .net if your organization focuses on network infrastructure, internet services, or technology communities.
Choose .ngo if your organization is a formally verified NGO and wants an extension backed by an eligibility validation process.
Choose .foundation if you are a grant-making or philanthropic foundation and want an extension that precisely reflects your legal structure.
Choose .charity if your work is specifically charitable in nature and you want the most direct and descriptive extension available.
Pricing
Register
$16.00/yr
Renew
$16.00/yr
Transfer
$16.00/yr
Registration and renewal prices are the same - no introductory rates.
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