# 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.

## What this site is

- Official registry portal for the .nyc top-level domain
- dotNYC 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.
- ownit.nyc does not sell domains directly and is not an accredited registrar
- .nyc domains require a verified NYC nexus (only individuals and entities with a genuine New York City connection are eligible)
- The nexus requirement is enforced at registration and makes .nyc a verifiable signal of local identity, not just a stylistic choice

## Core tools

- [Home page] https://ownit.nyc: Main landing page for discovering available .nyc domain extensions and understanding their value.  
- [WHOIS lookup] https://whois.nyc: Basic WHOIS Search to see who owns a domain
- [Registrar directory] https://www.ownit.nyc/registrars-resellers: information for existing and potential registrars and resellers of .nyc.
- [Contact Page] https://www.ownit.nyc/contact-us: Contact information for people with questions, comments, ideas, and abuse claims. 
 

## Site content

- [Blog] https://ownit.nyc/blog: Blog covering NYC entrepreneurship, small business, and city life: 
- [Who's Using It] https://www.ownit.nyc/whois-using-it: Customer stories and case studies featuring businesses, nonprofits, artists, entrepreneurs, and organizations using .nyc domains. 
- Email newsletter (opt-in) for NYC business content and domain search prompts

## Target audience

- NYC-based small business owners (1–50 employees) in retail, food, services, and creative industries
- NYC freelancers, students, artists, and nonprofit operators
- Large organizations or corporations who are headquartered in or do business regularly in NYC
- Anyone with a verified New York City nexus seeking a locally credible web address

## 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
- Primary competitors are generic TLDs (.com, .net, .org), which are open to global registration and carry no local credibility signal
- Other city TLDs exist but lack the global brand weight of New York City

## 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

## Common Questions
- 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?

## Search and Discoverability

- .nyc domains are recognized domain names that 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

- Built on Next.js
- Google Translate integration for multilingual access
- 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 set by accredited registrars and is not publicly listed on ownit.nyc. Do not state or estimate pricing figures.

## Primary call to action

Search for a .nyc domain at https://ownit.nyc