Expired .ME Domains

Who can register a .me domain name?

A .me domain name can be registered by anyone, regardless of the place of residence or registration. However, it also doubles up as the ccTLD for Montenegro so if your business is registered in Montenegro it can have a local presence with a .me domain name.

Who regulates a .me domain name?

The Internet Domain Name System (DNS) is managed by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers or ICANN, which is an international non-profit that deals with issues surrounding IP addresses and DNS management.

With regards to Montenegro, the regulatory oversight of the .me domain is through a local telecommunications company called Telekom Montenegro.

How do I get a .me domain name?

A registrant can apply for a new or transfer an existing domain directly from any ICANN accredited registrar such as eNIC, which handles all administrative requirements on behalf of the customer and provides a full-service customer support.

What are the common Second-level .me domains?

The most popularly registered second level domain names for .me include:

.co.me - commercial entities, organizations and companies

.com.me - commercial entities, organizations and companies

net.me – for the internet community in Montenegro

name.me – individuals or personal use

blog.me/free blog hosting service with instant .ME registration

Which .me domain is best for digital businesses?

With the highest number of registrations, .me is best for digital businesses that want to target customers in Montenegro.

The ccTLD typically offers a better local presence and can help with search engine optimization (SEO).

Montenegro has been ranked among the top 30 countries on Alexa’s web traffic scale which indicates high internet use and a large number of people making purchases online.

How much does a .me domain cost?

The price for a single-year registration starts from $17.99 per annum and goes up to as high as $87 depending on your choice of TLD extension and the registrar you choose to deal with.

For example, a .me domain name from eNIC costs $17.99 per year and includes four free email addresses with unlimited storage space for each address at your disposal to make you look credible in the eyes of potential customers.

What documents do I need to register a .me domain name?

To register a .me domain name, you need to provide the required documents which include:

Proof of identity

Business Registration Certificate (BRN) or an equivalent document issued by a relevant authority if your company is registered outside Montenegro.

The BRN must not be older than 90 days at the time of submission and should state that your business is registered and located within Montenegro.

Which .me domain is best for non-governmental organizations?

Given that the ccTLD represents national identity, any organization operating in Montenegro can benefit from having a .me extension as part of their online presence to highlight an affiliation with the country.

The second-level domains do not have restrictions on registration and are open to all.

If your non-governmental organization is registered in Montenegro, you can apply for a .co.me name that will help give your website and brand an authentic local feel and also improve search engine rankings with relevant keywords.