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The .coop TLD is a sponsored top-level domain reserved exclusively for cooperatives, cooperative support organizations, and businesses owned by cooperatives. It was created to provide a trusted online identity for the global cooperative movement.
Registered only by cooperatives, cooperative support organizations, or businesses owned by cooperatives. Registrants must submit an affirmation of membership from two cooperative organizations in their country or region.
Registration pricing for .coop is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
The .coop TLD was proposed in 2000 by the National Cooperative Business Association (NCBA) in collaboration with the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) and Poptel. It was one of seven sponsored TLDs approved by ICANN in 2000 and officially delegated to DotCooperation LLC on December 15, 2001. DotCooperation LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of NCBA, manages the registry with technical operations provided by Tucows through its DyDNS subsidiary. The registry is funded through registration fees, with surplus revenue supporting global cooperative development via the Digital Divide Fund.
The .coop TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .coop TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
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Registrants must be legally recognized cooperatives, cooperative support organizations, or businesses wholly owned by cooperatives. Proof of membership from two cooperative organizations in the registrant’s country or region is required.
The .coop TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Disclaimer: The information on this page is sourced from IANA, ICANN, and respective registry operator publications, then structured and formatted with the assistance of AI. While I strive for accuracy, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.