Domain Extensions / .ngo
.ngo domains
The .ngo domain is a validated extension for non-governmental organizations, operated by the registry behind .org. It is a trust-focused space: applicants must confirm and have verified their status as a genuine NGO before registering, so a .ngo address signals a legitimate nonprofit rather than an unchecked claim. Charities, advocacy groups, and community organizations use it to demonstrate their standing to donors, partners, and the public, and registration typically pairs with the sibling .ong extension. Once eligibility is confirmed, terms follow standard yearly periods, and verified holders gain access to a directory of recognized NGOs. Because the extension is validated, it carries a credibility that open TLDs cannot. For a genuine non-governmental organization, ending the address in .ngo puts a verified mark of nonprofit status directly into the web address and reassures supporters that the organization is what it claims to be.
.ngo domain details
| Type | Generic Top-Level Domain |
| Registry | PIR |
| Registration | $15.00/yr |
| Renewal | $15.00/yr |
| WHOIS privacy | Free |
| DNSSEC | Supported |
| Registration period | 1 to 10 years |
Register .ngo domains with an AI agent
Name.al is an AI-native registrar. Every .ngo domain can be registered, renewed, and managed through natural language using Claude, ChatGPT, or any agent that supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP).
Frequently asked questions
- How do I register a .ngo domain?
- Search for the .ngo name you want, confirm it is available, and complete checkout - or ask an MCP-compatible AI assistant to do it for you. Registration through Name.al starts at $15.00/yr and includes free WHOIS privacy, DNSSEC, and anycast DNS.
- Can I register a .ngo domain with Claude or ChatGPT?
- Yes. Name.al supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP) with 100 tools, so any MCP-compatible AI assistant - including Claude Desktop, Cursor, and Copilot - can search, register, and manage .ngo domains on your behalf.
- What is included with a .ngo domain registration?
- Every .ngo domain registered through Name.al includes anycast DNS, DNSSEC support, free WHOIS privacy protection, registrar lock, and full API and MCP access. Registration starts at $15.00/yr.
- How much does it cost to renew a .ngo domain?
- .ngo renewal is $15.00/yr through Name.al, the same as the registration price. The ICANN fee ($0.20/yr on gTLDs) and a processing fee of 3% or $0.30 (whichever is greater) are added and itemized at checkout. There are no hidden fees.