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Public-interest digital identity

Show the World You Serve a Purpose.

The .org extension is the classic generic top-level domain associated with organisations, non-profits, communities and public-interest projects. A name such as peakform.org immediately signals that the site belongs to a mission-driven entity rather than a pure commercial brand.

  • Trusted signal. Widely recognised as the home of non-profits, associations and open initiatives.
  • Open registration. Available to anyone, with no formal non-profit status required.
  • Global reach. Works equally well for local community groups and international networks.
Brand identity illustrated with a .org domain Peakform.org shown above a sample website interface and a matching [email protected] email card. peakform.org Purpose-driven name. Instant recognition. PEAKFORM AboutWorkImpactContact Built forpurpose. A domain that signals missionand community from the first click. View more hello@peakform.org Website Email Donate Portal
The brand word leads; .org confirms the public-interest connection.

Transparent costs

Current .org Price List

Review the figures for a fresh registration, yearly renewal and inbound transfer before placing an order.

New Registration

Take the Name

22,851.70 TZS / first year

Secure a trusted public-interest web address for your organisation or project.

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Keep Ownership

Yearly Renewal

TSh 31,798 / year

Extend an existing .org registration for another twelve months.

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Change Registrar

Inbound Transfer

TSh 31,798 / transfer

Bring an eligible .org name under Truehost management.

Transfer a .org domain

Price note: amounts are pulled from the live Truehost catalogue. Final totals may vary with taxes, premium names or checkout conditions.

Side-by-side view

.org, .com and .net Compared

The same core word creates different signals depending on the extension. Match the ending to your audience and purpose.

Domain comparison and current Truehost prices
Selecting the
right ending
.orgPublic interest.comGlobal default.netNetwork & tech
Strongest fitNon-profits, associations
and communities
Commercial brands
and general use
Technical projects
and networks
Audience signalMission-driven identityInternational presenceInfrastructure or tech focus
First Year22,851.70 TZS20,149.24 TZSTSh 22,178
Renewal / YearTSh 31,798TSh 30,888TSh 38,376

Real-world fits

Situations Where .org Excels

From registered charities to open-source projects and community networks, the .org extension supports many public-interest goals.

Find Your .org

Non-profit identity

Lead with the Cause

A trusted public-interest address keeps attention on the mission you serve.

Community project

Simple to Spread

Works cleanly on flyers, social posts, grant applications and spoken announcements.

Open-source & research

House Your Project

Give documentation, code repositories or research outputs a professional home.

Name security

Cover Parallel Endings

Register the .org form in addition to any existing commercial names.

Day-to-day tools

Control Your .org from One Account

Adjust DNS, switch nameservers, track renewals and handle transfers inside your Truehost dashboard, then connect the domain to the platforms you already use.

DNS management

Add or edit the records that connect websites, mail and verification services.

Nameserver control

Delegate the domain to any compatible external DNS or hosting provider.

Renewal management

Monitor the expiry date and renew without leaving your account.

Registry context

Essential .org Facts

The .org top-level domain is operated by Public Interest Registry (PIR) and remains the most widely recognised extension for non-profits, associations and public-interest projects.

PIR
Registry operator
Public Interest Registry
1985
Original launch
One of the earliest generic TLDs
Open
Eligibility
Available to anyone worldwide

.org Registry and Registration Specifications

Expand any chapter for the complete technical and policy details.

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Registry IdentityThe extension, operator and history
Registry Identity: .org registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .org specification
Registration sold hereSecond-level .org name, for example peakform.org
Registration levelSecond level directly beneath .org
Parent namespace.org, a generic top-level domain (gTLD)
Registry operatorPublic Interest Registry (PIR)
Original purposeNon-profits, organisations and public-interest projects
Registration RulesEligibility, name format and registration terms
Registration Rules: .org registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .org specification
Who can registerAny person or organisation worldwide; no non-profit status or local presence is required
Allocation methodFirst come, first served when the requested name is available
Registration termTypically 1 year and multi-year options; the available term is confirmed during checkout
Allowed charactersUnaccented letters a–z, digits 0–9 and internal hyphens
Matching extensionsNot included. .org, .com and .net must each be registered separately
DNS & Registry ServicesNameservers, DNSSEC and public registration data
DNS & Registry Services: .org registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .org specification
DNSSECSupported when the DNS provider supplies compatible signing and DS records
NameserversMultiple nameservers can be recorded at registry level
Domain lookupPublic registration data is available through standard WHOIS and RDAP services
Lifecycle & ProtectionRenewal, recovery and domain disputes
Lifecycle & Protection: .org registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .org specification
Expiry recoveryStandard gTLD grace and redemption periods apply; exact timing follows current registry policy
Domain disputesUniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP) and related rights-protection mechanisms apply

End-of-term process

After a .org Registration Lapses

Renew ahead of the expiry date whenever possible. Standard gTLD grace and redemption periods apply; once they close the domain can stop resolving and may later return to the available pool.

01Resolving

Active

The domain and linked services function normally. Keep contact and billing information current.

02Action due

Renewal Due

Renew at TSh 31,798 before the expiry date to prevent disruption.

03Grace period

Expired

A grace period typically still permits standard renewal under current registry policy.

04After grace

Redemption

Recovery may involve additional registry fees. Contact support before placing a new order.

05Later

Released

If recovery does not occur the name may return to the available pool and can be claimed by others.

Extended terms

Register for Multiple Years

Review the term options below. During checkout you can search a name, select a duration and confirm the exact total. These links open the registration process without pre-selecting a term.

Current prices: registration 22,851.70 TZS; renewal TSh 31,798 per year. Multi-year totals are confirmed at checkout.
TermTotal priceRegistration termAction
1 yearConfirmed at checkout1 year, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 1-year term
2 yearsConfirmed at checkout2 years, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 2-year term
3 yearsConfirmed at checkout3 years, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 3-year term
4 yearsConfirmed at checkout4 years, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 4-year term
5 yearsConfirmed at checkout5 years, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 5-year term

Existing registration

Bring a .org Domain to Truehost

A transfer only changes the managing registrar. It does not require a new name or a rebuilt website.

Transfer — TSh 31,798
  1. 01

    Verify eligibility

    Confirm the domain can be moved and that you control the current registrar account.

  2. 02

    Submit the request

    Enter the existing .org name into the Truehost transfer form.

  3. 03

    Finish the process

    Follow the instructions provided by the current registrar, Truehost and the registry.

Answers to frequent questions

.org Domain FAQs

Clear responses covering registration, pricing, eligibility, DNS, transfers and the expiry process for the public-interest generic top-level domain.

What is a .org domain?

It is a generic top-level domain operated by Public Interest Registry. Historically associated with non-profits and organisations, it is now open to anyone while retaining its public-interest identity.

What does a .org domain cost at Truehost?

The prices shown on this page are 22,851.70 TZS for a new registration, TSh 31,798 for renewal and TSh 31,798 for a transfer. Checkout displays the final amount.

Do I need non-profit status to register a .org domain?

No. Anyone worldwide may register an available .org name. Formal non-profit registration or local presence is not required.

Can email addresses be created on a .org domain?

Yes. Point the domain to a compatible email service and create addresses in the form [email protected].

Can the website be hosted elsewhere?

Yes. Update the nameservers or individual DNS records to the values supplied by the chosen hosting provider.

For how many years can a .org domain be registered?

Available terms appear during checkout. One-year and multi-year options are commonly offered, subject to registry and registrar policy.

Which characters are allowed in a .org label?

Unaccented letters, numbers and internal hyphens are accepted. Spaces, underscores, other punctuation and leading or trailing hyphens are rejected.

Does a .org registration include the matching .com?

No. Each extension must be registered separately. Search both versions if control of the parallel names is required.

Which organisation runs the .org registry?

Public Interest Registry (PIR) operates the .org top-level domain. Truehost provides the search, registration, billing, account tools and support shown on this page.

What occurs after a .org domain expires?

Standard gTLD grace and redemption periods apply. After those windows close the domain may stop resolving and can later return to the available pool. Renew early to avoid interruption.

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