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Register a .rio domain

.rio is a rio top-level domain — a short, meaningful extension that helps your name stand out and describe what you do at a glance.

Register .rio

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Register a .rio domain

.rio at a glance

Term
1–10 years
Eligibility
Restricted
DNSSEC
Yes
WHOIS privacy
No

.rio registration rules

What you need to know before registering, transferring or renewing a .rio domain.

Registration

Registration term
1–10 years
Renewal term
1–10 years
Internationalised names (IDN)
Not supported
Name length
Up to 63 characters: letters, numbers and hyphens (registry minimums may apply)

Requirements

Restrictions
Yes — see below
Extra registrant data
Not required
Local presence / trustee service
Not offered

Transfer & ownership

Transfer to Upflare
Supported
Transfer method
Auth (EPP) code from your current registrar

Renewal & expiry

Restore after expiry
Possible for up to 44 days — a late fee may apply
Registry quarantine
28 days — restore fee applies

Before you register a .rio domain

  • Local address of the domain owner is required.

Information verified on 17 Oct 2026. Sources: IANA root zone database · ICANN Registry Agreement · ICANN Transfer Policy. Registry rules can change — our support team confirms the details for your order.

Why choose a .rio domain?

A clear, modern alternative when the .com is taken.

Says what you do right in the address — easy to remember.

Plenty of short, brandable names still available.

Manage DNS, hosting and email from one Upflare dashboard.

Who .rio is for

Startups, brands and projects that want a short, descriptive .rio name.

How to register a .rio domain

  1. 1Search for your name above and add the .rio domain to your cart.
  2. 2Fill in your contact details — they must be accurate and up to date.
  3. 3Make sure you meet the .rio registration rules below; the registry may check them.
  4. 4Manage DNS, connect hosting or email from your Upflare dashboard once the domain is active.
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.rio domain FAQs

.rio domains can be registered for 1–10 years at a time, and renewed before they expire.

.rio has registration rules set by its registry: Local address of the domain owner is required.

Unlock the domain at your current registrar, request its auth (EPP) code and start the transfer on our transfer page. Under ICANN’s Transfer Policy, recently registered or transferred domains can’t move to another registrar for a set period.

The .rio registry doesn't allow WHOIS privacy services. Registry rules decide which details are public.

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