Expired .SOCIAL Domains

.social domain name

A .social domain name is designated to registered members of non-profit organizations and other social groups regardless of whether they are for-profit or not. The .social domain name can be used by universities, churches, associations, clubs etc.

Who can use a .social domain name?

Anyone can register a .social domain name, but the only requirement is that you must be a member of an organization or association and can prove it. It might be difficult for individuals to register a .social domain name since they cannot prove their membership in any organization or association.

However, there are other options. If your group doesn't have its own website built yet, you can also purchase an individualized email address that will connect you with your social network.

How the .social domain name can help you

The .social domain name can be used by social clubs (like sports clubs), schools (like colleges), hobby groups etc.

Social groups like churches who need an online presence can register a .social domain name. The .social web address will act as an identifier for the organization's social group to be associated with, helping build important credibility and visibility.

The .social domain name is beneficial for building a strong online presence. It can help to build credibility and visibility for the organization, therefore resulting in better audience engagement among people from all over the world.

Tips to choose ideal .social Domain Name:

Here are some tips that you can follow while choosing a suitable .social domain name:

- The domain name should be short, easy to remember and type.

- The domain name must accurately represent your group/organization

- The domain name must be related to the group's topic.

- The domain name should contain keywords that are significant for your group/organization or are relevant to its services.

Are there any restrictions when registering .social domain name?

There are no restrictions. Anyone can register a .social domain name, but the only requirement is that you must be a member of an organization/association and can prove it. If you find difficulties in doing so, there are other options like purchasing individualized email address to connect yourself with your social network or creating your own website.

What's the Difference Between .com. and .social?

The main difference is that a .com domain name is registered for commercial purposes, while a .social domain name can be used by non-profit organizations and other social groups regardless of whether they are for-profit or not.

Is it possible to transfer my current website from another domain name extension to .social?

Yes, it is possible to transfer your website from another domain name extension to .social. All you need to do is change the DNS of your current domain name with that of your desired .social domain name.

However, this process may take up to five days depending on which company you are using for hosting and management, so be prepared before you make the switch.

What Documents Do You Need to Register .social Domain Name?

To register a .social domain name, you will need an organization or association membership card or certificate that shows proof of your affiliation with the social group. This must be in A4 size and should contain a unique reference number along with a recent photograph of the individual.

The document must be issued by a government agency or authorized company that gives out membership documents for free or discounted rates. Alternatively, you can also print your own email ID from the group's website and store it in a PDF format.