.cy ccTLD
Cyprus
The .cy TLD is the country-code domain for Cyprus, managed by the University of Cyprus. It is open to registration by individuals and organizations worldwide, without requiring residency in Cyprus. It supports a range of second-level domains for different sectors such as government, education, business, and professional services.
No residency requirements. Registrations are open to anyone, but domain names must not be confusingly similar to existing ones, contain obscene or illegal content, be associated with official entities without permission, or be used for cyber-squatting or terrorist activity.
.cy Domain Overview
The .cy extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by University of Cyprus. .cy was introduced in 1994.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .cy is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .cy?
The .cy domain was delegated to the University of Cyprus on July 26, 1994, under ICANN's country-code domain program. It was established to provide a digital identity for Cyprus and is administered in accordance with national and international domain standards.
Did you know?
The .cy TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .cy Used For?
The .cy TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Local businesses targeting Cypriot customers
Government and public institution websites
Academic and research organizations
Media and press outlets
Professional service providers
Trademark holders in Cyprus
Popular Websites
How Do I Register a .cy Domain?
Eligibility
Domain names must not be identical or confusingly similar to existing registrations, must not contain obscene, illegal, or politically extremist content, must not impersonate official entities without authorization, and must not be used for cyber-squatting or terrorist purposes.
Open Registration
The .cy TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .cy domains
- Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
- Complete the registration process and provide required information
- Pay the registration fee (typically )
- Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel
.cy vs Related Domain Extensions
How does .cy compare to similar top-level domains? This comparison covers pricing, type, and availability to help choose the right domain extension.
View the full TLD Directory to browse all 1,900+ top-level domains with pricing, registration density analysis, and DNSSEC adoption rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .cy Data Compiled?
DNS Checker maintains a comprehensive TLD directory covering all 1,900+ active top-level domains. The data on this page combines multiple authoritative sources to provide information not found in standard TLD listings.
Zone File Analysis
Domain registration counts and density analysis are computed daily from TLD zone files, providing accurate registration statistics rather than estimates.
DNSSEC Adoption Tracking
DNSSEC deployment percentages are measured by scanning actual DNS records across all registered domains in each TLD zone.
Registrar Price Monitoring
Registration, renewal, and transfer prices are checked hourly across multiple accredited registrars and compared automatically.
Provider Market Share
DNS provider distribution is calculated from nameserver records, showing which hosting providers serve the most domains in each TLD.
Use DNS Checker tools to inspect any .cy domain: run a full DNS health check, check DNS propagation, look up WHOIS records, or verify email authentication.
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 accuracy is a priority, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.