Expired .JO Domains

Description

.JO is the official domain extension or the internet country code top level domain (ccTLD) of Jordan. It was introduced in 1997 and was intended for entities that are affiliated with this territory. The National Information Technology Center (NITC) is the authorized body for carrying out its registry. This domain suffix is commonly used by Jordanian-based companies. Registrants are mandated to submit all legal documents in order to buy a .JO website.

Aside from usage as Jordan’s two-letter country code, JO is also used to abbreviate other popular words. JO also stands for: job order (work), journalist (occupation), junior officer (occupation), joint operation (military) and Justice Ombudsman (occupation/law).

Intended Use

Entities connected with Jordan

.JO Registry Information

Registration Date

1994-11-23

Registration Price

$299.00 Annually

Registered Domains

4,657

Whois Privacy

No

What is a .jo domain name?

A .jo is the ccTLD (Country Code Top-Level Domain) for Jordan. It is operated by the JORDAN NIC (Jordan Network Information Center).


Who can use a .jo domain name?

Anyone with an association to or interest in Jordan may register and use a .jo web address, including individuals, companies, non-profit organizations, government agencies and even embassies! Furthermore, personal websites are allowed.


Who regulates .jo domain name?

The JORDAN NIC is responsible for allocating and regulating the use of Internet resources in accordance with Jordanian Law #21 of 2002, as well as its own policies and procedures. It also manages Jordan’s unique number of resource allocations (RFC 1918).


Tips to choose ideal .jo Domain Name

When choosing a .jo domain, you should highlight the country’s name. Being one of the top domains in their zone, it is obvious that users will search for your website using this TLD. Furthermore, shorter names are better so as to attract more web traffic and increase branding awareness on social media websites where small images are preferred.


Common subdomains for .jo domain

The most popular TLDs from the country are used as a common suffix, such as: .com.jo - This is the most popular, used by many companies.

.net.jo - This is mostly utilized by Internet service providers and telecommunication organizations.

.org - This is mostly utilized by non-profit organizations.

.gov.jo - This is mostly utilized by government agencies and organizations.


Can you register .jo Domain Without Local Presence?

Yes, anyone can register a .JO domain without having to physically reside in the country or even have an office there. However, for better local search results and higher rankings on social media websites such as Facebook, it is recommended that you have a presence in the region.

However, if you do not want to have the hassle of establishing an office in Jordan, there are other ways for your website to still rank well. For example, you can always hire a local marketing agency that has excellent SEO (Search Engine Optimization) skills and might even be able to outrank websites with physical presence!


What documents do you need to register .jo Domain Name?

There is no requirement for any legal document as long as your domain name does not violate existing laws and regulations, such as: illegal pornography; gambling sites; infringing on copyright or trademarks; containing sensitive religious material or encouraging violence.

Nevertheless, some common documents required to register a .jo domain name may include:

• Proof of company registration from Jordan.

• Business ID copy for the applicant.


How much does .jo Domain Name cost?

The price for a single-year registration starts at $49 and can go as high as $999, depending on your chosen package. Annual renewal costs are low at $29. Multi-year registration starts at $69 annually and can go up to as high as $999, per year.

The price for a single-year renewal is also higher than the initial cost of registering your name, starting from about $49 and going all the way up to around $299 per year. Multi-year renewals range from $69 annually to as high as $999, per year.