Register .coop Domains
.COOP is a restricted top level domain (TLD) that is only open for registration to cooperatives and other relevant support organizations meeting the .coop eligibility criteria. The aim of DotCooperation LLC (DCLLC) is to provide a namespace to the Global Cooperative Movement.
The .COOP Registry conducts audits of .COOP domain registrations and reserves the right to cancel or modify a domain name in accordance with their policies. Refer to the Verification Policy to learn about how the audits are conducted.
Eligibility Criteria
The following are the primary categories for determining eligibility for a .COOP domain name.
- (COOP) The organization is a democratically controlled member owned cooperative, consistent with the International 7 Cooperative Principles; or
- (CA) Is an Association comprised of cooperatives; or
- (CC) Is an Organization that is majority controlled by a Cooperative; or
- (CS) Is an Entity with an operation or practice area principally dedicated to serving Cooperatives.
Proof of Eligibility
To learn more about how organizations can present proof for these four categories, please review the .COOP Verification Policy.
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