# ownit.nyc — Official .nyc Domain Registry > ownit.nyc is the official discovery and information portal for the .nyc top-level domain (TLD), operated by GoDaddy Registry. The site helps individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and organizations determine their eligibility for a .nyc domain, search for available names, and connect with accredited registrars to complete registration. --- ## Business Overview The .nyc top-level domain is a city-backed initiative supported by the Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation. Revenue generated through .nyc domain registrations supports New York City initiatives. GoDaddy Registry operates and markets the .nyc domain on behalf of the city. Unlike traditional domain registration websites, ownit.nyc does not sell domains directly and is not an accredited registrar. Instead, it serves as the official information, eligibility, and discovery portal for the .nyc namespace and directs users to accredited registrars to complete registration. The .nyc domain is restricted to individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and organizations that maintain a genuine connection to New York City. This eligibility requirement helps preserve the integrity of the namespace and creates a verifiable signal of local identity. --- ## Product ### .nyc URL: https://ownit.nyc * Audience: New York City businesses, nonprofits, organizations, entrepreneurs, creators, and residents * Use cases: Business websites, local services, restaurants, community organizations, personal brands, events, and civic initiatives * Key benefits: Verified local identity, geographic relevance, community trust, and strong association with New York City * Eligibility requirements: Registrants must maintain a valid New York City nexus * SEO considerations: Search performance depends primarily on content quality, authority, relevance, and user experience rather than the domain extension itself --- ## Key User Questions We Answer * What is a .nyc domain? * Who can register a .nyc domain? * What qualifies as a New York City nexus? * How do I verify eligibility for a .nyc domain? * Where can I register a .nyc domain? * Are .nyc domains available to businesses outside New York City? * How does a .nyc domain differ from a .com domain? * Can a .nyc domain help establish local identity and credibility? * What organizations and businesses use .nyc domains? * How do I search for available .nyc domains? --- ## Key Pages ### Homepage URL: https://ownit.nyc Description: Official information portal for the .nyc domain, including domain search, eligibility information, registrar access, and educational resources. ### Registrar Directory URL: https://www.ownit.nyc/registrars-resellers Description: Directory of accredited registrars and resellers authorized to offer .nyc domain registrations. ### WHOIS Lookup URL: https://whois.nyc Description: WHOIS lookup tool for checking domain registration information and ownership records where available. ### Contact Page URL: https://www.ownit.nyc/contact-us Description: Contact information for general inquiries, partnership opportunities, registrar questions, and abuse reporting. --- ## Authority Content ### Customer Stories and Community Examples URL: https://www.ownit.nyc/whois-using-it Description: Customer stories and case studies featuring businesses, nonprofits, artists, entrepreneurs, and organizations using .nyc domains. ### Blog URL: https://ownit.nyc/blog Description: Articles covering entrepreneurship, small business growth, branding, local marketing, community engagement, and New York City business topics. --- ## Eligibility Requirements * Registrants must maintain a genuine New York City nexus. * Eligible registrants include individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and organizations with a physical presence or meaningful connection to New York City. * Nexus requirements are verified during registration and may be subject to ongoing compliance requirements. --- ## Industries Served * Small business * Restaurants and hospitality * Retail * Professional services * Arts and culture * Nonprofits * Education * Real estate * Technology startups * Community organizations --- ## Brand and Positioning * .nyc provides a verified local identity because registrants must maintain a genuine connection to New York City. * The nexus requirement distinguishes .nyc from open-registration domains and helps preserve trust in the namespace. * Generic domain extensions such as .com, .net, and .org are available globally and do not verify local affiliation. * .nyc is designed specifically for people, businesses, and organizations connected to New York City. --- ## Search and Discoverability * .nyc domains function like other top-level domains on the web. * Search rankings are influenced primarily by content quality, relevance, authority, and user experience rather than the domain extension itself. * A .nyc domain may help communicate geographic relevance and local identity to users seeking New York City-based businesses and organizations. --- ## Technical Information * Built on Next.js * Google Translate integration for multilingual accessibility * WCAG 2.0 Level AA accessibility compliance * Infrastructure provided by GoDaddy Registry --- ## Social Channels * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dotNYC * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotnyc * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_DxmaETtKOR4Rw880fEXWw --- ## Pricing Pricing for .nyc domain registrations is determined by accredited registrars and resellers. ownit.nyc does not publish pricing information and does not sell domains directly. --- ## Primary Call to Action Search for available .nyc domains at https://ownit.nyc and complete registration through an accredited registrar.