Cheapest .io domain: $17.77
The lowest price to register a .io domain right now is $17.77 at Namecheap, renewing at $25.52/year. The startup favourite — short, techy, and widely accepted by developers.
Register .io at Namecheap →.io price comparison
| Registrar | Register | Renew | Transfer | 3-yr cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Namecheap cheapest | $17.77 | $25.52 | $25.52 | $68.81 | Visit |
| Porkbun | $28.12 | $51.80 | $51.80 | $131.72 | Visit |
Is a .io domain worth it?
.io is commonly used for startups, SaaS, developer tools, APIs. First-year pricing starts at $17.77, but the number that matters long-term is the renewal — currently $25.52/year at the cheapest registrar. Over three years, the best total cost for a .io is $68.81.
FAQ
How much does a .io domain cost?
Registration starts at $17.77 for the first year, with renewals from $25.52/year. Prices on this page are refreshed daily.
Where is the cheapest place to buy a .io domain?
Namecheap currently has the lowest first-year price at $17.77. Compare renewal prices above before choosing — 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 (from $25.52) and add a year to your registration, so moving to the registrar with the lowest renewal often pays for itself.