Does HostCry include Free DNS Management with .store domains?

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

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

To transfer your .store domain to HostCry, unlock the domain at your current registrar, request the EPP / Authorization Code, and initiate a transfer order on HostCry for $54.15. Once approved, the transfer completes automatically without DNS downtime.

Is a .store 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 .store domain helps improve click-through rates (CTR) and brand recall Worldwide.

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

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

.store Domain Registration Worldwide — Buy .store for $8.30/yr

Name: .store Domain Registration Worldwide
Brand: HostCry
SKU: DOMAIN-TLD-STORE-GLOBAL
Price: 8.30 USD
Availability: InStock

Why Register a .store Domain Worldwide?

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

The .store domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) designed for online retail stores, Shopify/WooCommerce shops, and D2C merchandise brands. Whether you are launching a new startup Worldwide, protecting your existing company trademark, or building a high-converting landing page, registering a .store domain gives you a clean, memorable web address where short, exact-match names are still widely available.

At HostCry, you can register your .store domain Worldwide for $8.30 per 1-year registration term, with transparent renewal pricing at $54.15. Every .store 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 .store domains on equal technical footing with legacy extensions when ranking relevant content, while users Worldwide immediately recognize the relevance of a .store address in search results and marketing campaigns. You can check live .store availability instantly using our real-time search engine above and complete checkout using Visa, Mastercard, Amex, International Bank Transfer & Crypto.

.store Quick Facts (USD)

Extension .store
TLD Classification gTLD (Shopping & Retail)
Registration Price $8.30 / yr
Renewal Price $54.15 / yr
Transfer Price $54.15
Minimum Term 1 Year
Free Anycast DNS Included

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Who Should Register a .store Domain?

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

Primary Brand & Website Address

Launch your main website on yourbrand.store to secure a short, memorable, exact-match domain name for online retail stores, Shopify/WooCommerce shops, and D2C merchandise brands.

Defensive Brand & Trademark Protection

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

Custom Professional Business Email

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

.store Registry Specifications & Technical Policy

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

Extension Type

gTLD (.store)

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)

.store Multi-Year Cost Breakdown (USD)

Lock in your .store 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	$8.30	$8.30/yr
2 Years 1st year registration + 1 year renewal	$62.45	$31.23/yr
3 Years Recommended for startups & growing brands	$116.60	$38.87/yr
5 Years 5-year multi-year lock & SEO stability	$224.90	$44.98/yr
10 Years Maximum 10-year registration period	$495.65	$49.57/yr

Compare .store vs Popular & Peer Extensions

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

Extension	Category	Register	Renew
.store Viewing	Shopping & Retail	$8.30 / yr	$54.15 / 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
.shop	Shopping & Retail	$3.61 / yr	$36.10 / yr
.auction	Shopping & Retail	$35.02 / yr	$35.02 / yr
.baby	Shopping & Retail	$5.24 / yr	$62.16 / yr
.beauty	Shopping & Retail	$5.24 / yr	$17.97 / yr

Frequently Asked Questions About .store Domains

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

You can register a .store domain Worldwide with HostCry for $8.30 for 1 year. The standard renewal price is $54.15 per 1 year, and transferring an existing .store domain to HostCry costs $54.15 (which includes a renewal extension). All prices are displayed transparently in USD.

The .store domain extension is a Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) widely used by online retail stores, Shopify/WooCommerce shops, and D2C merchandise brands. Because it is memorable and industry-relevant, businesses and individuals register .store domains for primary websites, product launches, custom email addresses, and defensive brand protection.

Most .store 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.