Register Your .PRO Domain Today

A .pro domain is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) designed for professionals, consultants, and service-based businesses that want a domain name reflecting their credentials and standards. The .pro TLD is operated by Identity Digital, an ICANN-accredited registry that manages a broad portfolio of gTLDs, including .online, .space, and .site. Originally launched in 2004 for licensed professionals, .pro became an open registration in 2015 and is now available to anyone worldwide.

Anyone can register a .pro domain. Since 2015, the .pro TLD has been open to all registrants without eligibility requirements or professional verification. Individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and organizations in any country can register a .pro domain name through an accredited registrar like Zoho Domains. There are no geographic restrictions, unlike country-code TLDs such as .in or regional extensions.

The .pro extension stands for "professional." It was created to give professionals, consultants, and service providers a domain name that signals expertise and credibility. While the .pro TLD is now open for general registration, it remains most closely associated with professional services, similar to how .org is associated with organizations and .net is associated with networks.

No. The .pro TLD is a generic top-level domain (gTLD), not a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD). Country-code TLDs like .in, .io, and .ai are tied to specific geographic territories. The .pro domain has no country association and is available to registrants anywhere in the world on equal terms.

View current .pro domain pricing on Zoho Domains when searching for your preferred name. First-year registration is available at an introductory rate, with standard renewal pricing applying from year two onward. Compare .pro costs with other professional extensions like .tech, .online, and .site on the Zoho Domains pricing page.

You can register a .pro domain through any ICANN-accredited registrar. Zoho Domains offers .pro domain name registration alongside a full suite of domain management tools, DNS configuration, privacy protection, and integration with Zoho Mail for professional email. Use Zoho Toolkit to manage all your domains from a single dashboard.

Search for your preferred .pro domain name on Zoho Domains to check availability. If the name is available, add it to your cart, select the registration period (1 to 10 years), and complete checkout. Your domain is active immediately after payment, with DNS propagation completing within 24 to 48 hours. The same process applies to other extensions like .com, .net, or .store.

A .pro domain is used by professionals and businesses that want a domain name aligned with their expertise and credibility. Common uses include personal professional websites, consulting practices, law firms, healthcare providers, and agencies in fields like design, technology, and finance. If you are looking for an industry-specific alternative, consider .tech for technology services, .store or .shop for retail, or .info for information-focused sites.

Yes. Unlock your .pro domain at your current registrar and request the authorization code (EPP code). Initiate the transfer through [Zoho Domains] by entering the domain name and authorization code. Your domain remains active throughout the process, which typically completes within 5 to 7 days. Once transferred, manage DNS settings, renewals, and security from your Zoho Toolkit dashboard. This process is the same for other extensions like .website, .space, and .org.

A .pro domain can be registered for 1 to 10 years at a time. Registering for a longer period locks in the current price and reduces the risk of accidental expiration. You can renew or extend your registration at any time through your Zoho Domains account before the expiration date.

Registration, renewal, and transfer fees for a .pro domain are generally the same, unless the registry revises its pricing. Review the current rates for all transaction types on the Zoho Domains pricing page before you register. This applies across most extensions, including .com, .net, .ai, and .io.