Who can register .ac?

Individuals, businesses, and organizations worldwide, with no local presence required.

It is short, recognizable, and available in valuable keywords. Ideal for universities, research labs, and startups.

How much does .ac cost?

We offer competitive pricing for 1–10 years, with clear renewal costs.

Can I renew after expiration?

Yes, there is a grace period, followed by a redemption period with additional fees.

Can I transfer .ac to another registrar?

Yes, with Auth/EPP Code. The process is real-time and includes automatic renewal where applicable.

No, .ac domains do not support IDN.

Can I use .ac with email and hosting?

Yes. Free DNS management is included, and it connects instantly with hosting and email services.

How do I register .ac?

Check availability on our page and complete your order online. Activation is instant.

.ac Domain

Register .ac worldwide – instant availability check & activation

Register .ac (new)	€58.15 €40.55/1 Year
Renew .ac	€59.06/1 Year
Transfer .ac (includes free renewal)	Free

Register .ac €58.15 €40.55/1 Year

Renew .ac €59.06/1 Year

Transfer .ac Free

Special offer for one year registrations completed until Wednesday 31 December.

.ac domain for academic identity

Academic Identity

.ac domain with global recognition

Global Recognition

.ac for startups and tech projects

Ideal for Startups & Technology

Security, DNS, support for .ac

Security & Support

The .ac extension is the official ccTLD of Ascension Island but is widely adopted in the academic world. Universities, research labs, and innovative startups choose .ac for short, premium branding. With Domain Market you get reliable support, free DNS, and instant activation when you register or transfer .ac.

.ac Domain Features

Length: 1 – 63 characters

Registration Time: Instant activation (real-time)

Transfer Time: Real-time with Auth/EPP

Registrar Transfer: Yes, with valid Auth-Code

Premium Domains: Supported

IDN: Not supported

Whois Privacy: Available

DNSSEC: Yes (DS records)

Registration Period: 1 to 10 years

Renewal Period: 1 to 10 years

Grace Period: 1 day

Renewal with Transfer: Included

Registry Connection: Instant

Manual Renewal: Available

Nameservers: 2 – 5

Registry Policies:
.AC Official Registry

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Frequently Asked Questions about .ac Domains

What is the .ac domain?

The .ac domain is the official country code top-level domain (ccTLD) of Ascension Island.
Thanks to its “academic” association, this .ac extension is also popular with universities, research projects,
and startups that want a short and premium online identity.

Who can register a .ac domain?

Anyone can register a .ac domain — individuals, companies, or organizations worldwide.
There are no local presence restrictions, making the .ac TLD accessible for global use.

Why choose a .ac domain?

A .ac domain is short, brandable, and memorable.
It is ideal for academic institutions, tech startups, and personal projects.
This Ascension Island domain also offers great availability for high-value keywords.

How much does a .ac domain cost?

The price of a .ac domain depends on your registrar.
Most registrars offer registration periods from 1 to 10 years, with clear renewal costs.
Check the ac registration price in the domain table above.

Can I renew a .ac domain after expiration?

Yes. If a ac domain expires, there is a short grace period to renew at the standard fee.
Afterwards, the domain enters Redemption, where recovery is possible with an extra charge.

Does transfer of a .ac domain include renewal?

Yes. Transferring a ac domain with an Auth/EPP Code is processed in real time and
typically includes a 1-year extension of the registration period.

Are IDNs supported for .ac domains?

No. .ac domains do not currently support Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs).
Only Latin characters, digits, and hyphens are allowed.

Can I use a .ac domain with email and hosting?

Absolutely. Every ac domain works seamlessly with web hosting and email services.
Once registered, your .ac extension can be connected to websites, mail servers, and business tools.

How do I register a ac domain?

To register a ac domain, search for availability in the domain form above, add it to your cart,
and complete the online checkout. Your ac domain name will be activated instantly.

Need help with .ac?

Our team responds instantly in English & Greek. We will guide you through registration, transfer, or proper setup of DNS/Whois Privacy. Request Help

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