Does HostCry include Free DNS Management with .dev domains?

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

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

To transfer your .dev domain to HostCry, unlock the domain at your current registrar, request the EPP / Authorization Code, and initiate a transfer order on HostCry for $16.62. Once approved, the transfer completes automatically without DNS downtime.

Is a .dev domain good for Google SEO Worldwide?

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 .dev domain helps improve click-through rates (CTR) and brand recall Worldwide.

What payment methods can I use to buy a .dev domain Worldwide?

HostCry supports Visa, Mastercard, Amex, International Bank Transfer & Crypto for instant .dev domain checkout in USD. Your domain is registered and activated automatically as soon as payment is confirmed.

.dev Domain Registration Worldwide — Buy .dev for $12.48/yr

Name: .dev Domain Registration Worldwide
Brand: HostCry
SKU: DOMAIN-TLD-DEV-GLOBAL
Price: 12.48 USD
Availability: InStock

Why Register a .dev Domain Worldwide?

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

The .dev domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) designed for software engineers, web developers, engineering blogs, and documentation. Whether you are launching a new startup Worldwide, protecting your existing company trademark, or building a high-converting landing page, registering a .dev domain gives you a clean, memorable web address where short, exact-match names are still widely available.

At HostCry, you can register your .dev domain Worldwide for $12.48 per 1-year registration term, with transparent renewal pricing at $16.62. Every .dev 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 .dev domains on equal technical footing with legacy extensions when ranking relevant content, while users Worldwide immediately recognize the relevance of a .dev address in search results and marketing campaigns. You can check live .dev availability instantly using our real-time search engine above and complete checkout using Visa, Mastercard, Amex, International Bank Transfer & Crypto.

.dev Quick Facts (USD)

Extension .dev
TLD Classification gTLD (AI & Tech)
Registration Price $12.48 / yr
Renewal Price $16.62 / yr
Transfer Price $16.62
Minimum Term 1 Year
Free Anycast DNS Included

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Who Should Register a .dev Domain?

Four high-impact ways businesses and creators use .dev domains Worldwide.

Primary Brand & Website Address

Launch your main website on yourbrand.dev to secure a short, memorable, exact-match domain name for software engineers, web developers, engineering blogs, and documentation.

Defensive Brand & Trademark Protection

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

Custom Professional Business Email

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

.dev Registry Specifications & Technical Policy

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

Extension Type

gTLD (.dev)

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

HSTS Preloaded (HTTPS Required) + DNSSEC

IDN (International Characters)

Supported (Punycode / IDN)

.dev Multi-Year Cost Breakdown (USD)

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

Term Length	Total Cost (USD)	Effective / Year
1 Year Standard 1-year initial registration	$12.48	$12.48/yr
2 Years 1st year registration + 1 year renewal	$29.10	$14.55/yr
3 Years Recommended for startups & growing brands	$45.72	$15.24/yr
5 Years 5-year multi-year lock & SEO stability	$78.96	$15.79/yr
10 Years Maximum 10-year registration period	$162.06	$16.21/yr

Compare .dev vs Popular & Peer Extensions

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

Extension	Category	Register	Renew
.dev Viewing	AI & Tech	$12.48 / yr	$16.62 / yr
.com	Popular	$12.63 / yr	$16.24 / yr
.net	Popular	$16.61 / yr	$16.61 / yr
.org	Popular	$13.35 / yr	$16.24 / yr
.io	AI & Tech	$129.96 / yr	$129.96 / yr
.app	AI & Tech	$23.47 / yr	$23.47 / yr
.mobi	AI & Tech	$12.99 / yr	$17.69 / yr
.ai	AI & Tech	$104.33 / yr	$108.30 / yr

Frequently Asked Questions About .dev Domains

Everything you need to know about registering, renewing, and managing a .dev domain Worldwide.

You can register a .dev domain Worldwide with HostCry for $12.48 for 1 year. The standard renewal price is $16.62 per 1 year, and transferring an existing .dev domain to HostCry costs $16.62 (which includes a renewal extension). All prices are displayed transparently in USD.

The .dev domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) widely used by software engineers, web developers, engineering blogs, and documentation. Because it is memorable and industry-relevant, businesses and individuals register .dev domains for primary websites, product launches, custom email addresses, and defensive brand protection.

Most .dev 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.