Does HostCry include Free DNS Management with .run domains?

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

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

To transfer your .run domain to HostCry, unlock the domain at your current registrar, request the EPP / Authorization Code, and initiate a transfer order on HostCry for AED 110.21. Once approved, the transfer completes automatically without DNS downtime.

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

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

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

.run Domain Registration UAE — Buy .run for AED 24.90/yr

Name: .run Domain Registration UAE
Brand: HostCry
SKU: DOMAIN-TLD-RUN-AE
Price: 24.90 AED
Availability: InStock

Why Register a .run Domain in the UAE?

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

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

At HostCry, you can register your .run domain in the UAE for AED 24.90 per 1-year registration term, with transparent renewal pricing at AED 110.21. Every .run 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 .run domains on equal technical footing with legacy extensions when ranking relevant content, while users in the UAE immediately recognize the relevance of a .run address in search results and marketing campaigns. You can check live .run availability instantly using our real-time search engine above and complete checkout using UAE Visa/Mastercard, Apple Pay, Bank Transfer & Crypto.

.run Quick Facts (AED)

Extension .run
TLD Classification gTLD (AI & Tech)
Registration Price AED 24.90 / yr
Renewal Price AED 110.21 / yr
Transfer Price AED 110.21
Minimum Term 1 Year
Free Anycast DNS Included

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Who Should Register a .run Domain?

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

Primary Brand & Website Address

Launch your main website on yourbrand.run to secure a short, memorable, exact-match domain name for run software, SaaS platforms, and developer projects.

Defensive Brand & Trademark Protection

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

Custom Professional Business Email

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

.run Registry Specifications & Technical Policy

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

Extension Type

gTLD (.run)

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)

.run Multi-Year Cost Breakdown (AED)

Lock in your .run 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 24.90	AED 24.90/yr
2 Years 1st year registration + 1 year renewal	AED 135.11	AED 67.56/yr
3 Years Recommended for startups & growing brands	AED 245.32	AED 81.77/yr
5 Years 5-year multi-year lock & SEO stability	AED 465.74	AED 93.15/yr
10 Years Maximum 10-year registration period	AED 1,016.79	AED 101.68/yr

Compare .run vs Popular & Peer Extensions

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

Extension	Category	Register	Renew
.run Viewing	AI & Tech	AED 24.90 / yr	AED 110.21 / 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 .run Domains

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

You can register a .run domain in the UAE with HostCry for AED 24.90 for 1 year. The standard renewal price is AED 110.21 per 1 year, and transferring an existing .run domain to HostCry costs AED 110.21 (which includes a renewal extension). All prices are displayed transparently in AED.

The .run domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) widely used by run software, SaaS platforms, and developer projects. Because it is memorable and industry-relevant, businesses and individuals register .run domains for primary websites, product launches, custom email addresses, and defensive brand protection.

Most .run 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.