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About the .social domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .social domain
What is a .social domain?
.social is a generic top-level domain often used for social media, communities, and people-focused projects. It has no general eligibility restrictions.
Who is a .social domain for?
A .social domain works well for community groups, creators, nonprofits, and social media agencies who want a clear online identity. It’s also a fit for events, clubs, and campaigns looking to build engagement and trust.
Why choose a .social domain?
A .social domain helps people understand your website instantly and gives your brand a clear, memorable web address. It supports consistent use across your site, email, and marketing as your online presence grows.
Domain information for .social
TLD
.social
TLD type
gTLD
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
3 years
Domain privacy protection
Free
RegistrarLock
IDN Domains
DNSSEC
ICANN fee
₦306.92
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No technical knowledge required
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Check availability.social domain FAQs
What does a .social domain mean?
A .social domain is a generic web address extension often used for community, networking, and public engagement. Today, it usually signals a site focused on people, interaction, or shared content.
Is a .social domain trusted?
Yes. .social is a valid top-level domain with an official registry, so it works normally in browsers, email, and search engines. Trust depends more on the website owner than on the extension.
Is a .social a good domain?
Yes, if your site is about communities, profiles, events, or social content. Search engines treat it the same as other extensions for SEO, so content and relevance matter more than the ending.
Should I choose a .social domain or .com domain?
Choose .social if you want a name that matches a community, platform, or social-focused brand. Choose .com if you want the most familiar extension and need the widest recognition with a general audience.
Who can register a .social domain?
Anyone can register a .social domain. It is an open extension, so there are no special eligibility requirements tied to location or industry.
Are there restrictions on .social domains?
Standard domain rules apply: the name must use allowed characters and be available to register. Reserved or blocked names may also be unavailable, depending on the registry.
How much does a .social domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .social domain costs ₦10,790 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is ₦73,690/year.
As Hostinger is an ICANN-accredited registrar, your domain is managed securely. Auto-renewal helps prevent expiration, and 24/7 support is available. You can also transfer your domain to Hostinger at any time.