Registering and Managing .mx and .com.mx Domains: Guidelines and Features

Registering and Managing .mx and .com.mx Domains: Guidelines and Features

By Michael Turner

February 9, 2025 at 10:33 PM

Domains ending in .mx and .com.mx are country code top-level domains (ccTLD) specifically designed for businesses and professionals with a presence in Mexico.

Registration and Management Features:

  • Can be registered, transferred, or connected to Squarespace
  • Subject to specific rules different from standard domain extensions
  • Must comply with Mexican registry policies and requirements
  • Pricing available through domain name search or Domains dashboard

Expiration Policies by Registrar:

Tucows:

  • No automatic renewal available
  • 30-day redemption period after expiration
  • Must contact Tucows directly for renewal during redemption period

Key-Systems:

  • ~30 days renewal window after expiration
  • Domain recovery possible while visible in account dashboard
  • Contact support for reactivation possibilities if domain is not renewable

Important Notes:

  • These guidelines apply only to registration and transfer
  • Connection from third-party providers follows different rules
  • Compliance with Mexican registry requirements is mandatory
  • Different pricing structures may apply based on domain type

Domain management activities like adding MX records, connecting third-party domains, and implementing DNS records follow standard procedures but must adhere to Mexican registry policies.

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