Buy .academy Domain
Register a .academy Domain From TSh 34,294
Education domain extension
Your Learning Brand, With a Clear Academic Identity.
.academy is a global generic top-level domain created for education, training and knowledge-sharing. A .academy domain such as yourschool.academy places your chosen name immediately before the extension and signals a connection to learning, courses or professional development.
- Education signal. The address immediately communicates learning, training or academic purpose.
- Open registration. Available to anyone — individuals, schools, online course creators and training companies worldwide.
- Clear purpose. Suitable for academies, tutors, e-learning platforms, research groups and professional development brands.
Current prices
.academy Domain Pricing
Start with the right name. See registration, renewal and transfer prices together, before you decide.
Make It Yours
TSh 34,294 / first year
An education address for your school, course or training brand.
Search .academy domainsKeep Your Name
TSh 156,806 / year
The current price to keep an existing .academy domain registered.
View Domain PricesBring Your Domain
TSh 130,936 / transfer
Move the registrar management of an eligible .academy domain.
Transfer a .academy domainPrice note: prices are loaded from the Truehost catalogue. Taxes, premium names and checkout conditions can change the final total.
Find Your Fit
.academy, .education or .com?
One name. Three different first impressions. Compare the audience and the cost before you choose.
| The Right Ending for Your Name | .academyEducation | .educationLearning | .comInternational |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best For | Schools, courses & training brands | Education platforms & learning sites | Brands serving several regions |
| The Impression | A focused academic identity | A clear learning address | A global presence |
| First Year | TSh 34,294 | TSh 61,828 | TSh 20,150 |
| Renewal / Year | TSh 156,806 | TSh 116,246 | TSh 30,888 |
Other domain endings
.academy Domain Alternatives
Compare other education and global extensions. Prices are loaded from the current Truehost domain catalogue.
Made for Learning Brands
A .academy Domain for Your Education Work
For the school, course creator or training centre that needs a clear learning address.
Find Your .academyYour Institution
Let Your Name Lead
A memorable address that keeps the focus on your school, academy or training brand.
Your Course Portal
Make It Easy to Share
A concise name for online courses, learning platforms and student portals.
Your Faculty
Give Your Work a Home
Show programmes, tutors and resources under a trusted education address.
Your Existing Brand
Keep Your Name Together
Add the matching .academy to protect and extend your learning identity.
Domain management
.academy Domain Management, Made Simple
Manage your .academy registration from the Truehost account and connect the domain to compatible website, email and DNS services.
DNS management
Add and update the records used by your website, email and verification services.
Nameserver control
Point the domain to a compatible external DNS or hosting provider.
Renewal management
See the expiry date and renew the domain from your account.
Behind the Extension
.academy Domain Facts
A global education-focused generic top-level domain operated by Identity Digital.
- Identity Digital
- Registry operator
- Binky Moon, LLC (Identity Digital)
- Education
- Intended use
- Schools, courses, training & learning brands
- Open
- Registration policy
- No eligibility restrictions
.academy Registry and Registration Specifications
Find the details you need. Open a chapter to explore the full specifications.
Visit Identity DigitalRegistry IdentityThe extension, operator and category
| Property | Current .academy specification |
|---|---|
| Registration sold here | Second-level name under .academy, for example yourschool.academy |
| Registration level | Second level under the .academy generic top-level domain |
| Parent namespace | .academy (gTLD) |
| Registry operator | Identity Digital (Binky Moon, LLC) |
| Category purpose | Education, training, online learning and knowledge brands |
Registration RulesEligibility, name format and registration terms
| Property | Current .academy specification |
|---|---|
| Who can register | Anyone worldwide — individuals, businesses and organisations. No accreditation or local presence required |
| Allocation method | First come, first served when the requested name is available |
| Registration term | 1–10 years; available term confirmed during checkout |
| Allowed characters | Unaccented letters a–z, digits 0–9 and hyphens (not leading or trailing) |
| Case sensitivity | None. Uppercase and lowercase versions are treated as the same domain |
| Matching extensions | Not included. .academy and other endings must each be registered separately |
DNS & Registry ServicesNameservers, DNSSEC and public registration data
| Property | Current .academy specification |
|---|---|
| DNSSEC | Supported when the DNS provider supplies compatible signing and DS records |
| Nameservers | Multiple nameservers can be recorded |
| Public registration data | Subject to Identity Digital policies; WHOIS privacy supported |
| Domain lookup | Available through WHOIS / RDAP services and accredited registrars |
Lifecycle & ProtectionRenewal, recovery and domain disputes
| Property | Current .academy specification |
|---|---|
| Expiry recovery | Grace and recovery windows follow Identity Digital rules; exact periods confirmed by the registrar |
| Domain disputes | Handled under the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP) |
Domain lifecycle
What Happens If .academy Expires?
Renew before expiry whenever possible. Exact grace and redemption windows are confirmed by Identity Digital and your registrar.
Active
The domain and connected services can operate normally. Keep contact and billing details current.
Renewal Due
Renew at TSh 156,806 before expiry to avoid disruption.
Expired
The domain may still be renewable at the standard price for a limited period after expiry.
Recovery window
Recovery may involve additional fees. Contact support before the name is released.
Available again
Once released, the name may become available for registration by others.
Compare the available durations
Plan the Registration Beyond Year One
A longer registration can reduce the number of renewal transactions while you build. The table uses priced catalogue terms rather than multiplying an introductory offer. Any saving is measured against today’s annual-registration-and-renewal path, not a guaranteed future rate.
.academy: registration TSh 34,294 (researched ≈ $19.13); renewal TSh 156,806 (researched ≈ $60.31) per year.
| Term | Total Price | Savings vs Annual Renewal | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | ≈ $19.13 | No saving | Search domains |
| 2 years | ≈ $79.44 | No saving | Search domains |
| 3 years | ≈ $139.75 | No saving | Search domains |
| 4 years | ≈ $200.06 | No saving | Search domains |
| 5 years | ≈ $260.37 | No saving | Search domains |
Select your term in checkout. Domain availability, applicable promotions, premium-name pricing and taxes are confirmed there. Estimates use Truehost catalogue research (registration ≈ $19.13 + renewal ≈ $60.31 per additional year). Live prices are loaded by the shortcodes and may differ slightly at checkout.
Existing domains
Already Have a .academy Domain?
A transfer changes the registrar managing an existing .academy domain. It does not require a new name or a website rebuild.
Transfer — TSh 130,936- 01
Check the registration
Confirm the domain is eligible to move and you can access its registrar account.
- 02
Submit the transfer
Enter the existing .academy name in the Truehost transfer order.
- 03
Complete registry steps
Follow the instructions from the current registrar, Truehost and Identity Digital.
Frequently asked questions
.academy Domain FAQs
Answers about .academy domain registration, pricing, eligibility, DNS, transfers and expiry.
What is a .academy domain?
A .academy domain is a second-level name such as yourname.academy under the global .academy generic top-level domain. It is intended for education, training, online courses and learning-focused brands.
How much does a .academy domain cost?
The current Truehost prices shown on this page are TSh 34,294 to register, TSh 156,806 to renew and TSh 130,936 to transfer. Checkout confirms the final amount. Researched catalogue figures are approximately $19.13 (registration) and $60.31 (renewal).
Who can register a .academy domain?
Anyone. There are no eligibility restrictions, accreditation requirements or local-presence rules. Individuals, schools, course creators and training companies worldwide can register.
Should I choose .academy or .education?
Choose .academy when you want a strong academic or training signal. Choose .education for a broader learning or educational platform feel. Each ending is registered separately.
Can I use .academy for email?
Yes. Connect the domain to a compatible email service and create addresses such as [email protected].
Can I host the website with another provider?
Yes. Point the domain to the nameservers or DNS records supplied by the compatible hosting provider.
How long can I register a .academy domain?
Available terms are shown during checkout (commonly 1–10 years). Multi-year options may be offered depending on current catalogue settings.
Which characters can I use in a .academy name?
Use unaccented letters, numbers and internal hyphens. Spaces, underscores, other punctuation and a hyphen at either end are not accepted.
Does registering .academy include other extensions?
No. The .academy name is a separate registration. Search matching .education, .com or other endings if brand protection matters.
Who manages .academy domains?
Identity Digital (Binky Moon, LLC) operates the .academy namespace. Truehost provides the search, registration, billing, account management and customer support used on this page.
What happens when a .academy domain expires?
Grace and recovery periods follow Identity Digital rules. Renew early. Exact windows and any recovery fees are confirmed by the registry and your registrar.
Is DNSSEC supported?
Yes. DNSSEC is supported when your DNS provider supplies compatible signing and DS records.
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