Does HostCry include Free DNS Management with .ink domains?

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

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

To transfer your .ink domain to HostCry, unlock the domain at your current registrar, request the EPP / Authorization Code, and initiate a transfer order on HostCry for AED 114.80. Once approved, the transfer completes automatically without DNS downtime.

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

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

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

.ink Domain Registration UAE — Buy .ink for AED 21.09/yr

Name: .ink Domain Registration UAE
Brand: HostCry
SKU: DOMAIN-TLD-INK-AE
Price: 21.09 AED
Availability: InStock

Why Register a .ink Domain in the UAE?

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

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

At HostCry, you can register your .ink domain in the UAE for AED 21.09 per 1-year registration term, with transparent renewal pricing at AED 114.80. Every .ink 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 .ink domains on equal technical footing with legacy extensions when ranking relevant content, while users in the UAE immediately recognize the relevance of a .ink address in search results and marketing campaigns. You can check live .ink availability instantly using our real-time search engine above and complete checkout using UAE Visa/Mastercard, Apple Pay, Bank Transfer & Crypto.

.ink Quick Facts (AED)

Extension .ink
TLD Classification gTLD (Media & Gaming)
Registration Price AED 21.09 / yr
Renewal Price AED 114.80 / yr
Transfer Price AED 114.80
Minimum Term 1 Year
Free Anycast DNS Included

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Who Should Register a .ink Domain?

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

Primary Brand & Website Address

Launch your main website on yourbrand.ink to secure a short, memorable, exact-match domain name for ink studios, content creators, and digital media brands.

Defensive Brand & Trademark Protection

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

Custom Professional Business Email

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

.ink Registry Specifications & Technical Policy

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

Extension Type

gTLD (.ink)

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)

.ink Multi-Year Cost Breakdown (AED)

Lock in your .ink 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 21.09	AED 21.09/yr
2 Years 1st year registration + 1 year renewal	AED 135.89	AED 67.95/yr
3 Years Recommended for startups & growing brands	AED 250.69	AED 83.56/yr
5 Years 5-year multi-year lock & SEO stability	AED 480.29	AED 96.06/yr
10 Years Maximum 10-year registration period	AED 1,054.29	AED 105.43/yr

Compare .ink vs Popular & Peer Extensions

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

Extension	Category	Register	Renew
.ink Viewing	Media & Gaming	AED 21.09 / yr	AED 114.80 / 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
.actor	Media & Gaming	AED 45.77 / yr	AED 173.99 / yr
.art	Media & Gaming	AED 27.47 / yr	AED 91.98 / yr
.audio	Media & Gaming	AED 410.84 / yr	AED 455.07 / yr
.band	Media & Gaming	AED 72.36 / yr	AED 123.89 / yr

Frequently Asked Questions About .ink Domains

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

You can register a .ink domain in the UAE with HostCry for AED 21.09 for 1 year. The standard renewal price is AED 114.80 per 1 year, and transferring an existing .ink domain to HostCry costs AED 114.80 (which includes a renewal extension). All prices are displayed transparently in AED.

The .ink domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) widely used by ink studios, content creators, and digital media brands. Because it is memorable and industry-relevant, businesses and individuals register .ink domains for primary websites, product launches, custom email addresses, and defensive brand protection.

Most .ink 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.