Register your .io domain with Abion

.io is a top-level domain that has grown in popularity in recent years and has especially become common among companies in the tech industry. If you want to invest in an innovative domain name that helps you create opportunities worldwide, .io can be an excellent option. At Abion, you will receive assistance throughout the entire registration process – from purchasing the domain name to effective domain protection.

What type of domain is .io?

.io is actually a country domain specifically belonging to the British Indian Ocean Territory. Since the suffix .io can also be interpreted as an abbreviation for Input/Output – which is a term for data flow – the suffix has primarily come to be associated with companies in the tech industry, rather than as a country code.

With the rapid development of the tech industry, the domain name extension .io has grown significantly in popularity in recent years and is now relatively common—albeit still considerably less so than leading generic top-level domains like .com and .net.

Linguistically, the abbreviation io also has other meanings, although they are usually not associated much with .io as a domain. For example, Io is one of Jupiter's Galilean moons, as well as a name in Greek mythology.

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5 Advantages of having a .io domain

Clear brand profiling towards tech

.io, as an abbreviation for Input/Output, gives a clear nod to the tech world and helps you showcase your connection to it. A website under the .io domain immediately increases your visibility to intended target audiences and facilitates your market establishment.

The suffix also gives you the opportunity to be creative with your domain name and combine the extension with your company name in an innovative way. For example, if you have "studio" or "portfolio" in your company name, the domain name can become stud.io or portfol.io.

High availability

Even though .io has increased in popularity in recent years, the suffix is still less common than top-level domains like .com, .org, or .net. Today, however, the majority of all .com domain names are already taken, which is why your intended .com version is most likely not available. With a .io domain, you have a better chance of getting the domain name you want, without having to compromise with a variant you don't actually want.

No geographical limitation

.io is a country code top-level domain for the British Indian Ocean Territory, but as mentioned, it is also used as a form of generic top-level domain focused on IT and tech. The top-level domain is well-known worldwide and has no geographical restrictions, allowing you to establish and expand your business both nationally and globally.

High credibility

.io is now a well-known domain worldwide and has high credibility among internet users. The more well-known the domain you are under, the easier it is to quickly build trust with customers and get them to click on your page.

Protects your brand

Domain registration is an effective way to strengthen your brand protection. By registering a .io domain as identical as possible to your brand/company name, you prevent someone else from stealing it to exploit it for fraudulent purposes.

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Why get a .io top-level domain?

A .io domain can open many doors into the tech industry and increase your visibility in one of the world's most expansive and competitive markets. If you have a tech company or are in the process of building a startup, .io is an excellent domain choice. The suffix is well-known and has high credibility in the tech market. At the same time, it is still relatively new for use as a generic top-level domain, which is why there are still many available domain names. The chance is therefore high that your intended domain name is available.

Registration terms for .co

The .io domain is managed by the TLD administrator IO Top Level Domain Registry Cable and Wireless, who also determine the registration terms and approve registrars.

There are no specific restrictions on who is allowed to purchase a .io domain. Even though .io is the official country domain for the British Indian Ocean Territory, there are no requirements that you must live there or have your business registered there. In other words, the top-level domain is open to both businesses and individuals worldwide.

For the design of the domain name itself, there are certain technical limitations to consider – including the number of characters that can be used and which characters are approved. If you register your .io top-level domain through Abion, we ensure that your domain name meets all the requirements.

This is how Abion can help with a .io domain

With us, you get a smooth all-in-one solution that includes, among other things:

Fast, secure, and smooth registration of one or more .io domains completely without intermediaries. We ensure that your domain name meets all requirements and technical conditions and can also provide a preliminary domain consultation to help develop an appropriate domain strategy.

We offer automatic renewals for all domains you register or transfer to us. The cost is included in the registration fee and is billed annually on a convenient consolidated invoice. In our customer portal Abion Core, you can gather all your domains, both generic and country domains, and easily oversee and manage them. We have a complete range of domain management features available for all types of top-level and subdomains.

Secure robust protection for your .io domain with innovative features such as AdultBlock, DomainBlock, Registry Lock, TMCH, and our domain monitoring. Domain protection effectively prevents attempts at intrusion and fraud and can be used on all types of domains. You manage the protection features just like the other services in our customer portal Abion Core.

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Frequently asked questions about .io domains

What kind of domain is .io?

.io is the official country code top-level domain for the British Indian Ocean Territory. It is also associated with the IT term Input/Output and is therefore frequently used in the tech industry.

What does a .io domain cost?

The price varies depending on the length of the registration period you choose, how many domains you have, and any additional services. Please contact us for a detailed price proposal.

How do you get a .io domain?

You acquire a .io domain through an accredited registrar, like us at Abion, and we are happy to assist you with the registration of one or more .io domains. You or your company can have a registered address anywhere in the world, it's no obstacle for registration.

Why should one have a .io domain?

A .io domain is an excellent choice if you have a tech company. It increases your online visibility, has high credibility, and can help you reach more customers.