.IO Domain Guidelines and Features

The .io domain is a country code top-level domain (ccTLD) originally designated for the British Indian Ocean Territory. It has gained popularity among technology companies and startups due to its tech-friendly association with input/output (I/O).

Registration and Renewal

• Registration periods: One year at a time
• Renewal attempts begin 15 days before expiration
• Multiple payment attempts made until 3 days before expiration
• No 5-day grace period or refund after registration
• Not eligible for free domain offers
• Whois privacy is not available

Post-Expiration Policies

Tucows Registrar:

• 40-day renewal window with Squarespace
• Additional 45-day redemption period through Tucows

Key-Systems Registrar:

• 30-day renewal window from expiration
• Domain must be reactivated before disappearing from dashboard

Domain Transfer to Squarespace

When transferring a .io domain to Squarespace:

• Requires purchase of one-year extension
• Maintains existing registration period
• Adds extra year to current expiration date

Important Considerations

• Verify domain spelling before registration (no refunds)
• Different rules apply compared to other TLDs
• Can be registered, transferred, or linked to Squarespace
• Popular choice for technology companies
• Pricing available through domain search or Domains dashboard

Note: These guidelines apply only to registration and transfer processes. Different rules may apply when linking a third-party .io domain to your site.

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