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.dev domain

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A .dev domain costs about $11.99 to register and $14.99/year to renew. It is a gTLD operated by Google Registry. Registration requires: HTTPS required (HSTS preloaded). Google-run developer TLD, HTTPS enforced. Popular for portfolios and docs.

Register
$11.99
first year
Renew
$14.99
per year
Transfer
$11.99
one-off

Prices are indicative (USD) from typical budget registrars and are reviewed periodically. First-year promos are excluded where possible because renewal is the cost that compounds. Always confirm live pricing at the registrar.

Registry
Google Registry
Restrictions
HTTPS required (HSTS preloaded)
Type
gTLD
Good for
Developers, Docs, Portfolios

.dev domain FAQ

How much does a .dev domain cost to renew?

A .dev domain costs about $14.99 per year to renew (indicative pricing from a typical budget registrar). Renewal is the figure that matters most, because it recurs every year you keep the domain.

How much is a .dev domain to register?

Registration is around $11.99 for the first year, which is lower than the $14.99 renewal. Budget for the renewal, not the promo.

Who runs the .dev registry?

.dev is operated by Google Registry. It is a gTLD.

Are there restrictions on registering a .dev domain?

Yes: HTTPS required (HSTS preloaded). Check the requirement before you buy.

Is .dev a good domain extension?

Google-run developer TLD, HTTPS enforced. Popular for portfolios and docs. It is a common choice for developers, docs, portfolios.

How much does it cost to transfer a .dev domain?

Transferring a .dev domain costs about $11.99, which usually adds a year to the registration.

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