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About the .chat domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .chat domain
What is a .chat domain?
.chat is a generic top-level domain for chat, messaging, and community sites. It has no common geographic restrictions, so it’s often used for communication-focused projects and brands.
Who is a .chat domain for?
A .chat domain works well for messaging apps, online communities, support teams, and creators hosting live conversations. It’s a clear fit for projects built around real-time interaction and easy connection.
Why choose a .chat domain?
A .chat domain helps visitors understand your website quickly and gives your brand a clear, memorable web address. It supports consistent use across websites, email, and marketing as your business grows.
Domain information for .chat
TLD
.chat
TLD type
gTLD
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
3 years
Is privacy protection supported
Yes
Is lock supported
Yes
Is DNSSEC supported
Yes
ICANN fee
$0.20
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.chat domain FAQs
What does a .chat domain mean?
A .chat domain signals that a site is about conversation, messaging, or live discussion. Today, it's commonly used for chat apps, support pages, communities, and discussion-based brands.
Is a .chat domain trusted?
Yes. .chat is a valid top-level domain with an official registry, so it works in browsers, email, and search engines like other standard domain endings.
Is a .chat a good domain?
Yes, if your site focuses on messaging, support, or online community. Search engines treat .chat and .com equally for SEO, so content and relevance matter more than the extension.
Should I choose a .chat domain or .com domain?
Choose .chat if you want the domain name to match a conversation or messaging purpose. Choose .com if you want the most familiar option for a broad audience or your preferred name is only available there.
Who can register a .chat domain?
A .chat domain is open to anyone. There are no special eligibility requirements, so individuals, businesses, and organizations can register one.
Are there restrictions on .chat domains?
Like most domain extensions, .chat must follow standard naming rules: the name should be valid, not too long, and use allowed characters. Some names may also be reserved by the registry and unavailable for registration.
How much does a .chat domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .chat domain costs $5.99 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is $52.99/year.
As Hostinger is an ICANN-accredited registrar, your domain is managed securely. Auto-renewal helps prevent expiration, and 24/7 support is available. You can also transfer your domain to Hostinger at any time.