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The .scot TLD is a community-focused domain designed to represent the Scottish culture, people, businesses, and organizations worldwide. It supports individuals and entities connected to Scotland through birth, ancestry, residency, or active promotion of Scottish heritage, language, and communities.
Registrations are restricted to bona-fide members of the Scottish community, defined by birth, ancestry, residency, or active involvement in promoting Scottish culture, language, or business.
Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
The .scot domain was applied for by Dot Scot Registry Limited as a community TLD under ICANN's new gTLD program. Despite being initially classified as a geographic TLD, ICANN's Geographic Names Panel determined it did not meet strict geographic criteria, but approved it as a community TLD due to its cultural focus. The registry agreement was signed on January 23, 2014, and the domain was delegated to the DNS root zone on June 13, 2014. It is supported by the Scottish and UK governments.
The .scot TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .scot TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Registrants must demonstrate a bona-fide connection to the Scottish community through culture, ancestry, residency, or business. Registration is subject to verification and ongoing compliance with community values.
The .scot 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.