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About the .guide domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .guide domain
What is a .guide domain?
.guide is a generic top-level domain created for sites that offer guidance, instructions, or advice. It’s open for general use, with no special geographic or eligibility restrictions.
Who is a .guide domain for?
A .guide domain works well for travel advisors, educators, product reviewers, and how-to creators who want to share clear, helpful information. It suits personal guides, niche directories, and growing content projects.
Why choose a .guide domain?
A .guide domain helps visitors quickly understand the purpose of your website and makes your brand easier to recognize. It supports clear naming across web and email, helping your business stay consistent as it grows.
Domain information for .guide
TLD
.guide
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
Why register your domain with Hostinger?
No technical knowledge required
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.guide domain FAQs
What does a .guide domain mean?
A .guide domain signals that a site is meant to guide, explain, or help people make decisions. It is commonly used for how-to content, advice pages, and topic-specific resources.
Is a .guide domain trusted?
Yes. .guide is a valid top-level domain with an official registry, so it works normally in browsers, email, and search engines. Trust depends more on the website and its content than the extension.
Is a .guide a good domain?
Yes, if your site offers advice, instructions, or a resource people use to learn something. Search engines treat .guide the same as other domains for SEO, so content and relevance matter more than the extension.
Should I choose a .guide domain or .com domain?
Choose .guide if you want the name to clearly match a guide, tutorial, or informational site. Choose .com if your audience expects a familiar commercial domain or if that name is available there.
Who can register a .guide domain?
Anyone can register a .guide domain. It is an open TLD, so there are no special location or industry eligibility rules.
Are there restrictions on .guide domains?
Yes, standard domain naming rules apply. The name must be available, use allowed characters, and avoid reserved or prohibited terms set by the registry.
How much does a .guide domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .guide domain costs $6.99 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is $47.99/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.