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.to Summary
The .to domain extension is the internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the Kingdom of Tonga, an island nation in the South Pacific. Despite this, it's not exclusively used by Tongan entities and is popular globally due to its similarity to the English word 'to'. The administration of .to domains is carried out by Tonic Corporation, which freely allows international companies and individuals to register these domains. Although used worldwide, due to the small size of Tonga, the number of .to domains registered is comparatively low.
.to Facts
The .to domain extension is the internet country code for the Kingdom of Tonga, a Polynesian sovereign state. However, due to its similarity to frequent English preposition 'to', it's increasingly being used globally by various businesses and tech firms. Some noteworthy platforms, like the social network app TikTok, which uses 'tiktok.to', have adopted the .to domain. This domain extension is also popular among Toronto, Canada-based businesses as "TO" is a commonly used abbreviation for the city. Unlike many other domain extensions, to domains can be registered without any local presence in Tonga.
.to Benefits
Owning a .to domain extension can help to create a unique and memorable domain name that stands out amongst a sea of .coms and .nets. As the majority of common names may be taken in other extensions, a .to domain can provide a larger availability of domain names. Moreover, as .to is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Tonga, it could boost search engine rankings within the country, providing a localized SEO advantage. It is used popularly for domain hacks, as 'to' can serve a linguistic purpose in English. Lastly, it can help embody a global image as .to domains can be registered by anyone regardless of their location worldwide.
.to Uses
The .to domain extension is employed by individuals and businesses from Tonga for their unique online identity since it serves as the main web address for the kingdom of Tonga. Small businesses might also employ this domain extension to represent "to" in a playful or creative context, as in "go.to" or "move.to," making it a versatile choice for branding or promotional purposes. Additionally, companies or individuals with ties to Toronto might use a .to domain to display their connection to the city. Its unrestricted nature allows anyone worldwide to use the .to domain for registration, making it increasingly popular for startups, tech companies, and individual projects. This popularity is often because some find it shorter and more modern compared to traditional extensions like .com or .net.
.to Frequently Asked Questions
What is a .to domain name?
A .to domain name is the Internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the island kingdom of Tonga. However, due to its popularity in Toronto, Canada, and its use for various other means such as domain hacks, it is commonly used outside of Tonga. It is administered by the government of Tonga's Ministry of Information and Communications.
Why should I use a .to extension?
Using a .to domain name extension can be a good option if your business or personal website is directly related to or located in Tonga, as .to is the internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Tonga. However, it also appeals to Toronto businesses or those who wish to have a creative domain name with 'to' being used as a preposition. Some entities might opt for this domain for its brevity, uniqueness or when their preferred options under .com or .org extensions are already taken.
Who is able to buy a .to domain name?
Anyone from anywhere in the world is able to buy a .to domain name as there are no geographical or professional restrictions imposed on it. The .to domain is popularly used by websites in Toronto or Tonga, but any individual or business, regardless of their location or industry, can register one. Registration can be done through various domain registrars who sell .to domains.
Where can I buy a .to domain name?
A .to domain name can be purchased from any of the providers in the Registrars list.
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| Registrador | Inscripción | Renovar | Transferencia | Privacidad de WHOIS | Impuesto / Tasas | Funciones gratuitas | Clasificación | Pago | 3 Año Valor Puntuación |
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| $78.99 | $99.50 | $78.99 |
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| €➜ $110.82 | €➜ $110.82 | €➜ $110.82 |
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| $50.50 | $50.50 | $48.50 |
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€➜ $88.02 | €➜ $88.02 | €➜ $264.11 |
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| $81.00 | $81.00 | $81.00 |
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| C$➜ $72.99 | C$➜ $87.59 | C$➜ $72.99 |
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$69.18 | $69.18 | $69.18 | $5.00 | Ninguno |
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| $38.75 | $38.75 | $76.75 | $3.00 |
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| $56.99 | $56.99 | $56.99 | $0.00 |
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| $29.98 | $29.98 | $29.98 | $0.00 | Ninguno |
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€➜ $69.14 | €➜ $69.14 | €➜ $69.14 | €➜ $0.00 | Ninguno |
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| €➜ $155.55 | €➜ $155.55 | €➜ $155.55 |
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| $31.88 | $31.88 | $31.88 | $0.00 | Ninguno |
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| $20.70 | $20.70 | $20.70 | Ninguno |
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| €➜ $46.09 | €➜ $69.14 | €➜ $69.14 |
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- Precios de inscripción de $20.70 a $200.00
- precio más barato
- la mejor relación calidad-precio
Todos los precios en USD. Los precios incluyen las tasas de ICANN y de establecimiento. Los precios de registro/renovación/transferencia son para un periodo de 1 año.
Precios
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Precios al por mayor
Precios que cobra el registro de la extensión a los registradores por un nombre de dominio. |
inscripción
No disponible
renovación
No disponible
transferencia
No disponible
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Precios medios de los registradores
Precios medios de todos los registradores y proveedores que cotizan activamente. |
inscripción
$83.31
renovación
$91.64
transferencia
$98.72
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Precios medios de registro
Precios medios de todos los registradores y proveedores que cotizan activamente. |
inscripción
$93.01
renovación
$107.00
transferencia
$107.00
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Historial de precios más baratos
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Entidad/País
La región o entidad geográfica representada. |
Tonga |
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Uso previsto
Información general sobre cómo se espera que los solicitantes de registro utilicen el TLD. |
Often used unofficially for Torrent, Turin, Toronto, Tokyo, or Tocantins |
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Categorías
Grupos de clasificación a los que pertenece el dominio. |
Países |
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Nivel de dominio
El número de etiquetas separadas por puntos en la extensión completa del dominio. |
Dominio de nivel superior |
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Tipo
El tipo de dominio (gTLD/ccTLD/grTLD/sTLD/infrastructure/test) |
ccTLD |
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Nuevo gTLD
Si se considera un nuevo dominio genérico de primer nivel (es decir, lanzado por la ICANN en algún momento después de 2013). |
No |
Política
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Restricciones
Limitaciones que el registro ha puesto a las inscripciones. |
Open to everyone but some vulgar words not allowed to register and use for spam prohibited. |
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Se requiere presencia local
Si el registro requiere que el solicitante de registro tenga una dirección física local en la región. |
No |
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Compatible con DNSSEC
Si la zona DNS del registro es compatible con las extensiones de seguridad DNS (DNSSEC). |
No |
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Dominios Premium
Si el registro cobra precios más elevados por determinados nombres de dominio "premium". |
Inscripciones |
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Años mínimos de registro
Años mínimos en los que se puede registrar un dominio en el momento de la compra. |
2 |
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Años mínimos de renovación
Años mínimos permitidos en los que se puede renovar un dominio. |
2 |
Registro
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Página web del registro
El sitio web del registro para obtener información sobre el registro de TLD. |
www.tonic.to |
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Servidor WHOIS
Nombre de host del servidor del registro que almacena la información de contacto del registrante del dominio. |
whois.tonic.to |
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Organización de la gestión
Entidad responsable de la gestión del TLD. |
Government of the Kingdom of Tonga H.R.H. Crown Prince Tupouto'a c/o Consulate of Tonga |
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Dirección de la organización de gestión
Ubicación física de la organización de gestión. |
1350 Bayshore Hwy Suite 610 Burlingame CA 94010 United States |
Sintaxis de dominio
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Caracteres mínimos registrables
Longitud mínima de etiqueta permitida para ser registrada. |
3 |
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Máximo de caracteres registrables
Longitud máxima de etiqueta que se permite registrar. |
63 |
Servidores de nombres
Los servidores de nombres raíz del registro que almacenan todos los servidores de nombres autoritativos de los dominios registrados.
| Nombre del anfitrión | Dirección IPv4 | Dirección IPv6 |
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| tonic.to | 149.28.204.240 | |
| frankfurt.tonic.to | 46.101.233.168 | |
| singapore.tonic.to | 188.166.187.0 | |
| newyork.tonic.to | 162.243.211.202 | |
| sydney.tonic.to | 104.156.232.193 | |
| helsinki.tonic.to | 95.216.159.42 | |
| colo.tonic.to | 216.74.32.101 | |