Does HostCry include Free DNS Management with .cloud domains?

Yes. Every .cloud 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 .cloud domain to Cloudflare, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Shopify, or any hosting server.

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

To transfer your .cloud domain to HostCry, unlock the domain at your current registrar, request the EPP / Authorization Code, and initiate a transfer order on HostCry for AED 91.98. Once approved, the transfer completes automatically without DNS downtime.

Is a .cloud 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 .cloud domain helps improve click-through rates (CTR) and brand recall in the UAE.

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

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

.cloud Domain Registration UAE — Buy .cloud for AED 27.47/yr

Name: .cloud Domain Registration UAE
Brand: HostCry
SKU: DOMAIN-TLD-CLOUD-AE
Price: 27.47 AED
Availability: InStock

Why Register a .cloud Domain in the UAE?

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

The .cloud domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) designed for cloud computing platforms, SaaS apps, DevOps services, and hosting providers. Whether you are launching a new startup in the UAE, protecting your existing company trademark, or building a high-converting landing page, registering a .cloud domain gives you a clean, memorable web address where short, exact-match names are still widely available.

At HostCry, you can register your .cloud domain in the UAE for AED 27.47 per 1-year registration term, with transparent renewal pricing at AED 91.98. Every .cloud 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 .cloud domains on equal technical footing with legacy extensions when ranking relevant content, while users in the UAE immediately recognize the relevance of a .cloud address in search results and marketing campaigns. You can check live .cloud availability instantly using our real-time search engine above and complete checkout using UAE Visa/Mastercard, Apple Pay, Bank Transfer & Crypto.

.cloud Quick Facts (AED)

Extension .cloud
TLD Classification gTLD (AI & Tech)
Registration Price AED 27.47 / yr
Renewal Price AED 91.98 / yr
Transfer Price AED 91.98
Minimum Term 1 Year
Free Anycast DNS Included

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Who Should Register a .cloud Domain?

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

Primary Brand & Website Address

Launch your main website on yourbrand.cloud to secure a short, memorable, exact-match domain name for cloud computing platforms, SaaS apps, DevOps services, and hosting providers.

Defensive Brand & Trademark Protection

Already own the .com? Register the matching .cloud 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 .cloud domain with higher ad click-through rates.

Custom Professional Business Email

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

.cloud Registry Specifications & Technical Policy

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

Extension Type

gTLD (.cloud)

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)

.cloud Multi-Year Cost Breakdown (AED)

Lock in your .cloud 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 27.47	AED 27.47/yr
2 Years 1st year registration + 1 year renewal	AED 119.45	AED 59.73/yr
3 Years Recommended for startups & growing brands	AED 211.43	AED 70.48/yr
5 Years 5-year multi-year lock & SEO stability	AED 395.39	AED 79.08/yr
10 Years Maximum 10-year registration period	AED 855.29	AED 85.53/yr

Compare .cloud vs Popular & Peer Extensions

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

Extension	Category	Register	Renew
.cloud Viewing	AI & Tech	AED 27.47 / yr	AED 91.98 / 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
.io	AI & Tech	AED 476.63 / yr	AED 476.63 / yr
.app	AI & Tech	AED 86.06 / yr	AED 86.06 / yr
.mobi	AI & Tech	AED 47.65 / yr	AED 64.86 / yr
.ai	AI & Tech	AED 382.62 / yr	AED 397.19 / yr

Frequently Asked Questions About .cloud Domains

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

You can register a .cloud domain in the UAE with HostCry for AED 27.47 for 1 year. The standard renewal price is AED 91.98 per 1 year, and transferring an existing .cloud domain to HostCry costs AED 91.98 (which includes a renewal extension). All prices are displayed transparently in AED.

The .cloud domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) widely used by cloud computing platforms, SaaS apps, DevOps services, and hosting providers. Because it is memorable and industry-relevant, businesses and individuals register .cloud domains for primary websites, product launches, custom email addresses, and defensive brand protection.

Most .cloud 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.