NYC pride
Register a .nyc domain
Get a .nyc — for businesses based in the five boroughs. The official top-level domain for New York City. Reserved for individuals and businesses with a physical New York City address. Adds instant local credibility.
$39.60/yr
Currently renews at $39.60/year. Minimum 1-year registration: $39.60 before tax.
No privacy (registry rule)
Who picks .nyc?
- NYC-local businesses
- Restaurants, boutiques, salons in any of the 5 boroughs
- Neighborhood-focused services
What it signals
Local, authentic, "we are here." Used by NYC restaurants, boutiques, neighborhood services, and city agencies.
Pros
- Strongest possible "we're local" signal.
- Available short names you'd never find in .com.
- Genuine differentiation from generic TLDs.
Watch-outs
- No WHOIS privacy by registry rule — your address is public.
- You must have a real NYC street address (P.O. Boxes not allowed).
- Premium price (~$45/yr).
Registry restrictions
You must have a physical NYC address in one of the five boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island). No P.O. Boxes. The registry verifies addresses in real time at registration. WHOIS privacy is not permitted.
Examples of .nyc domains in the wild
govote.nyc
fair.nyc
open.nyc
made.nyc
about.nyc
Common questions about .nyc domains
How much does a .nyc domain cost?
Standard registration is currently $39.60 per year. The minimum registration term is 1 year(s), totaling $39.60 before any applicable tax. Premium names can have separate pricing.
What is the renewal price for a .nyc domain?
The current standard renewal rate is $39.60 per year. Review the renewal term and total in your account; rates can change.
Do I get free WHOIS privacy on a .nyc domain?
WHOIS privacy is unavailable for this ending because of registry restrictions. Review the registrant contact requirements before ordering.
Can I transfer an existing .nyc domain to Modusdom?
Transfer eligibility, authorization requirements, timing and any term extension depend on the ending and registry. Check the transfer quote before ordering. Keep existing DNS and email records in place during the move.
Is a .nyc domain right for my business?
Local, authentic, "we are here." Used by NYC restaurants, boutiques, neighborhood services, and city agencies. It is a strong fit for: NYC-local businesses; Restaurants, boutiques, salons in any of the 5 boroughs; Neighborhood-focused services.