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.it

Italy

The official country extension for Italy. Local presence for the Italian market.

€12.11 / year
.IT
Italy
Instant activation
EU/EEA registration
DNS & SSL included

The Country Extension for Italy

.it is the official country code top-level domain for Italy, introduced in 1987. It is managed by Registro.it (NIC.it), a department of the Italian National Research Council CNR.

Registration requires an address in the EU or EEA. German businesses and individuals can register .it domains without any issues.

A .it domain signals presence in the Italian market and is ideal for businesses with customers in Italy.

At a Glance

Registry
NIC.it
Introduced
1987
Registered domains
~3.4 million
Minimum length
3 characters
IDN (special chars)
Yes
Requirement
EU/EEA address

Who is .it for?

Businesses with customers in Italy, fashion and design companies, tourism providers, food and wine exporters, and anyone looking to reach the Italian market.

ITALIA

Made in Italy – over 60 million inhabitants and world-famous brands.

.it Italy
+ .fr France + .es Spain

European country extensions.

.it
  • Local presence in Italy
  • Trust with IT customers
  • Better local SEO
  • Clear market focus
.com
  • Internationally neutral
  • Globally recognized
  • No restrictions
  • Broader applicability

EU/EEA address required

Registrants need a residence or business address in the EU or EEA.

Typical Use Case

A German fashion company wants to reach Italian customers. Under brandname.it, it signals presence in the land of fashion and reaches the target audience authentically.

Registry
NIC.it / Registro.it

Part of the Italian National Research Council CNR, managing .it since 1987.

Strong Economy

Italy is the third-largest economy in the Eurozone.

€12.11
pro Jahr, inkl. MwSt.
  • DNS management included
  • SSL certificate included
  • No setup fee

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about .it registration

How much does a .it domain cost?
A .it domain costs €12.11 per year. The price applies equally to new registrations and transfers. There is no additional setup fee.
Who can register a .it domain?
Individuals and businesses with residence or headquarters in the EU or European Economic Area (EEA) can register a .it domain. German registrants meet this requirement.
Who is .it suitable for?
.it is suitable for businesses with customers in Italy, fashion and design companies, tourism providers, food exporters, and anyone looking to reach the Italian market.
How quickly is my domain active?
Registration happens in real-time. Once the domain is confirmed, you can set up DNS records and use the domain immediately.
What is the advantage of a .it domain?
A .it domain signals local presence in Italy and builds trust with Italian customers. It can also improve local search engine rankings.
How do I transfer an existing .it domain?
Request an auth code from your current provider and enter it during the order process. The transfer takes a few days and costs the regular annual price of €12.11.

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