The official US ending
Register a .us domain
The domain for American businesses. The official country-code domain for the United States — a clear signal that your business is American: local, trusted, and rooted here.
$12.10/yr
Currently renews at $12.10/year. Minimum 1-year registration: $12.10 before tax.
No privacy (registry rule)
Who picks .us?
- US-based businesses and nonprofits
- Local services targeting American customers
- Government-adjacent or civic projects
What it signals
US-based, local, civic. Ideal for businesses that serve American customers and want their locality to be unmistakable.
Pros
- Instantly signals a US presence.
- Short and affordable; many good names still open.
- Great for local SEO and American audiences.
Watch-outs
- You must have a genuine US connection (a "nexus") to register.
- WHOIS privacy is not permitted on .us (a registry rule).
Registry restrictions
You must have a bona-fide presence in the United States — a US citizen or resident, a US-organized entity, or a foreign entity with a real US presence (the registry's "US nexus" requirement). WHOIS privacy is not available on .us.
Examples of .us domains in the wild
about.us
join.us
register.us
Common questions about .us domains
How much does a .us domain cost?
Standard registration is currently $12.10 per year. The minimum registration term is 1 year(s), totaling $12.10 before any applicable tax. Premium names can have separate pricing.
What is the renewal price for a .us domain?
The current standard renewal rate is $12.10 per year. Review the renewal term and total in your account; rates can change.
Do I get free WHOIS privacy on a .us domain?
WHOIS privacy is unavailable for this ending because of registry restrictions. Review the registrant contact requirements before ordering.
Can I transfer an existing .us 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 .us domain right for my business?
US-based, local, civic. Ideal for businesses that serve American customers and want their locality to be unmistakable. It is a strong fit for: US-based businesses and nonprofits; Local services targeting American customers; Government-adjacent or civic projects.