Extension
.care
.care in short
The .care domain is an open generic top-level domain (gTLD) launched in 2014 for healthcare providers, caregivers, charities, support services and wellness brands. It is operated by Identity Digital and open to anyone.
.care at a glance
Type
gTLD — Generic top-level domain
Registry
Identity Digital
Launched
2014
Country / scope
Generic — no country
Restrictions
Open to anyone — no medical or care licence required
Typical price
$25/yr
Example sites
care providers
Source: IANA root zone database & registry data · methodology
Where to register a .care domain
Prices are indicative and set by each registrar; renewal rates may differ from first-year promotions. Links may be sponsored. tldlist.us is an independent reference and not a registrar.
What does .care mean?
The .care extension carries a warm, human meaning — looking after people. Delegated in 2014 and run by Identity Digital, it fits home-care and elder-care services, clinics and wellness practices, childcare, charities, mental-health and support organisations, and any brand whose promise is to help and protect. The word adds emotional clarity that a neutral .com can’t.
Who uses .care?
Home-care and senior-care agencies, dental and medical practices, childcare and nursery providers, non-profits and support groups, pet-care services and wellness or self-care brands. It also works for product lines — skincare, haircare and similar — where “care” completes a natural phrase. It is most convincing when the organisation genuinely provides care or support.
.care registration rules and requirements
None. .care is fully open: no medical licence, no charity registration, no proof of caregiving. It is first-come, first-served to anyone worldwide under standard ICANN rules. Because there is no vetting, the extension signals intent and brand, not certified status — regulated providers should still display their real credentials on the site.
How much does a .care cost?
A .care domain typically costs about $25–$30 per year at standard rates, with first-year discounts common. It is a mid-tier Identity Digital word — not a budget extension, but reasonable for a care provider that values a clear, on-message domain.
| Registrar | Typical .care price (per year) |
|---|---|
| Porkbun | ~$25/yr |
| Cloudflare Registrar | At wholesale cost |
| Namecheap | ~$28–32/yr |
.care pros and cons
Pros
- Warm, human meaning that fits care and support brands.
- Completes natural phrases (home.care, skin.care).
- Open to anyone, with good name availability.
- Clear, on-message alternative to a neutral .com.
Cons
- Mid-tier pricing, above .com and budget generics.
- No vetting — conveys intent, not certified status.
- Only suits care, health or support themes.
- Lower type-in recall than .com.
Example .care websites
- Home-care and senior-care agency sites on name.care.
- Dental, medical and childcare practices.
- Charities, support groups and wellness or skincare brands.
.care — frequently asked questions
What is the .care domain?
The .care domain is an open generic top-level domain (gTLD) launched in 2014 for healthcare providers, caregivers, charities, support services and wellness brands. It is operated by Identity Digital and open to anyone.
Who can register a .care domain?
Anyone. .care is an open generic TLD with no medical, charity or caregiving licence requirement — it is available first-come, first-served to individuals and organisations worldwide.
How much does a .care domain cost?
A .care domain typically costs around $25–$30 per year at standard rates, often with a discounted first year. Confirm the renewal price before buying.
Is .care suitable for a healthcare business?
Yes — the word conveys looking after people, which suits clinics, home-care and support services. Note it carries no certification: regulated providers should still display their real licences and credentials on the site, since the TLD itself is unvetted.