Cheapest .io domain: $28.12
The lowest price to register a .io domain right now is $28.12 at Porkbun, renewing at $51.75/year. The .io extension is the country code for the British Indian Ocean Territory, but it has become a favourite among tech startups, SaaS companies and developers. Its short, memorable name and "input/output" connotation make it ideal for technology brands. .io domains are typically more expensive than .com because of their startup appeal, and prices have climbed over the years, so it pays to shop around.
Register .io at Porkbun ↗.io price comparison
| Registrar | Register | Renew | Transfer | 3-yr cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porkbun cheapest | $28.12 | $51.80 | $51.80 | $131.72 | Visit |
| Spaceship | $31.98 | $51.75 | $51.75 | $135.48 | Visit |
| Hostinger | $31.99 | $74.99 | $54.99 | $181.97 | Visit |
| Domgate | $32.70 | $54.50 | $54.50 | $141.70 | Visit |
| Namecheap | $34.98 | $75.98 | $65.98 | $186.94 | Visit |
| DreamHost | $34.99 | $59.99 | $59.99 | $154.97 | Visit |
| OVHcloud | $35.82 | $62.69 | $50.69 | $161.20 | Visit |
| Blacknight | $40.32 | — | — | — | Visit |
| IONOS | $40.99 | $90.00 | $63.75 | $220.99 | Visit |
| Directnic | $63.99 | $80.99 | $80.99 | $225.97 | Visit |
| AEserver | $64.00 | $64.00 | — | $192.00 | Visit |
| OnlyDomains | $66.99 | $76.99 | $0.00 | $220.97 | Visit |
| NameSilo | $69.99 | $69.99 | $53.49 | $209.97 | Visit |
Is a .io domain worth it?
First-year pricing for .io starts at $28.12, but the number that matters long-term is the renewal, currently $51.75/year at the cheapest registrar. Over three years, the best total cost for a .io is $131.62.
FAQ
How much does a .io domain cost?
Registration starts at $28.12 for the first year, with renewals from $51.75/year. Prices on this page are refreshed daily.
Where is the cheapest place to buy a .io domain?
Porkbun currently has the lowest first-year price at $28.12. Compare renewal prices above before choosing, because the cheapest first year isn't always the cheapest overall.
Can I transfer a .io domain to a cheaper registrar?
Yes. Transfers usually cost about one year of renewal and add a year to your registration, so moving to the registrar with the lowest renewal often pays for itself. Compare transfer prices in the table above.