Does HostCry include Free DNS Management with .auto domains?

Yes. Every .auto domain registered or transferred to HostCry includes free DNS management via our client portal. You can create and update A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, and SRV records, configure custom nameservers, or point your .auto domain to Cloudflare, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Shopify, or any hosting server.

How do I transfer my existing .auto domain to HostCry?

To transfer your .auto domain to HostCry, unlock the domain at your current registrar, request the EPP / Authorization Code, and initiate a transfer order on HostCry for AED 9,084.77. Once approved, the transfer completes automatically without DNS downtime.

Is a .auto domain good for Google SEO in the UAE?

Yes. Google treats generic top-level domains and modern extensions equally in search rankings, while country-code extensions provide strong geographic signals. Having an exact-match keyword or clean brand name on a .auto domain helps improve click-through rates (CTR) and brand recall in the UAE.

What payment methods can I use to buy a .auto domain in the UAE?

HostCry supports UAE Visa/Mastercard, Apple Pay, Bank Transfer & Crypto for instant .auto domain checkout in AED. Your domain is registered and activated automatically as soon as payment is confirmed.

.auto Domain Registration UAE — Buy .auto for AED 8,200.14/yr

Name: .auto Domain Registration UAE
Brand: HostCry
SKU: DOMAIN-TLD-AUTO-AE
Price: 8200.14 AED
Availability: InStock

Why Register a .auto Domain in the UAE?

Everything you need to know about the .auto namespace, registration rules, and brand impact.

The .auto domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) designed for auto travel operators, hospitality brands, and automotive services. Whether you are launching a new startup in the UAE, protecting your existing company trademark, or building a high-converting landing page, registering a .auto domain gives you a clean, memorable web address where short, exact-match names are still widely available.

At HostCry, you can register your .auto domain in the UAE for AED 8,200.14 per 1-year registration term, with transparent renewal pricing at AED 9,084.77. Every .auto registration includes full DNS record management (A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, SRV), instant domain forwarding, registrar lock protection against unauthorized transfers, and seamless one-click connection to HostCry Shared, WordPress, or KVM VPS hosting.

From an SEO perspective, Google and major search engines treat .auto domains on equal technical footing with legacy extensions when ranking relevant content, while users in the UAE immediately recognize the relevance of a .auto address in search results and marketing campaigns. You can check live .auto availability instantly using our real-time search engine above and complete checkout using UAE Visa/Mastercard, Apple Pay, Bank Transfer & Crypto.

.auto Quick Facts (AED)

Extension .auto
TLD Classification gTLD (Travel & Auto)
Registration Price AED 8,200.14 / yr
Renewal Price AED 9,084.77 / yr
Transfer Price AED 9,084.77
Minimum Term 1 Year
Free Anycast DNS Included

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Who Should Register a .auto Domain?

Four high-impact ways businesses and creators use .auto domains in the UAE.

Primary Brand & Website Address

Launch your main website on yourbrand.auto to secure a short, memorable, exact-match domain name for auto travel operators, hospitality brands, and automotive services.

Defensive Brand & Trademark Protection

Already own the .com? Register the matching .auto extension to prevent competitors or cybersquatters from impersonating your brand.

Targeted Marketing & Product Launches

Create dedicated microsites, ad campaign landing pages, or regional portals on a .auto domain with higher ad click-through rates.

Custom Professional Business Email

Pair your .auto domain with professional email ([email protected]) and full SPF, DKIM, and DMARC authentication.

.auto Registry Specifications & Technical Policy

Technical requirements, character length limits, and DNS capabilities for .auto domains.

Extension Type

gTLD (.auto)

Registration Period

1 – 10 Years

Domain Name Length

2 – 63 Characters

Free DNS Management

Included (A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT)

WHOIS Privacy Protection

Supported / GDPR Redacted

Domain Theft Lock

Registrar Lock Included Free

DNSSEC & HTTPS Policy

DNSSEC Supported

IDN (International Characters)

Supported (Punycode / IDN)

.auto Multi-Year Cost Breakdown (AED)

Lock in your .auto domain for multiple years to protect your brand and avoid annual renewal reminders.

Term Length	Total Cost (AED)	Effective / Year
1 Year Standard 1-year initial registration	AED 8,200.14	AED 8,200.14/yr
2 Years 1st year registration + 1 year renewal	AED 17,284.91	AED 8,642.46/yr
3 Years Recommended for startups & growing brands	AED 26,369.68	AED 8,789.89/yr
5 Years 5-year multi-year lock & SEO stability	AED 44,539.22	AED 8,907.84/yr
10 Years Maximum 10-year registration period	AED 89,963.07	AED 8,996.31/yr

Compare .auto vs Popular & Peer Extensions

Side-by-side registration and renewal pricing in AED.

Extension	Category	Register	Renew
.auto Viewing	Travel & Auto	AED 8,200.14 / yr	AED 9,084.77 / yr
.com	Popular	AED 46.33 / yr	AED 59.57 / yr
.net	Popular	AED 60.90 / yr	AED 60.90 / yr
.org	Popular	AED 48.97 / yr	AED 59.57 / yr
.autos	Travel & Auto	AED 19.22 / yr	AED 65.91 / yr
.bike	Travel & Auto	AED 34.40 / yr	AED 155.76 / yr
.boats	Travel & Auto	AED 19.22 / yr	AED 65.91 / yr
.cab	Travel & Auto	AED 128.44 / yr	AED 128.44 / yr

Frequently Asked Questions About .auto Domains

Everything you need to know about registering, renewing, and managing a .auto domain in the UAE.

You can register a .auto domain in the UAE with HostCry for AED 8,200.14 for 1 year. The standard renewal price is AED 9,084.77 per 1 year, and transferring an existing .auto domain to HostCry costs AED 9,084.77 (which includes a renewal extension). All prices are displayed transparently in AED.

The .auto domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) widely used by auto travel operators, hospitality brands, and automotive services. Because it is memorable and industry-relevant, businesses and individuals register .auto domains for primary websites, product launches, custom email addresses, and defensive brand protection.

Most .auto domain registrations are open to businesses, organizations, and individuals worldwide on a first-come, first-served basis with no local company incorporation required. Your domain name can be between 2 and 63 characters using letters, numbers, and hyphens.