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Secure your .cc domain name in just a few steps. Enjoy hassle-free registration, lightning-fast setup and a reliable domain that stands out across global markets.

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Why choose a .cc domain?

Choose .cc to shape your digital identity with precision, creativity and purpose.


Reliable registry by verisign

The .cc domain extension is supported by VeriSign’s global DNS network, ensuring high uptime and performance.


Global ranking

With wide usage, WIPO ranked .cc domain as the 10th largest ccTLD with prominent performance.


Rapid growth in registrations

As of July 2025, 2.93 million total .cc domains registered known via DomainMetaData, including 1.5 million active domains.


Affordable & accessible

Buy .cc domain starting at $2.98, with renewals around $8/year , making it a cost-effective top level domain (TLD).


Registry lock protection

.cc domains are eligible for VeriSign’s Registry Lock , offering registry-level protection from unauthorized transfers, deletions or updates.


Search engine friendly like other TLDs

Google treats ccTLDs like generic domains, so the best .cc domains enjoy effective global SEO potential.


What makes .cc domains a smart choice?

A .cc domain gives your brand flexibility, global presence and a short, striking identity. Ideal for creators, consultants
and communities that want a clean, memorable URL, .cc works across industries without limits.

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History and origin of .cc

Launched in 1997 as country code for the Cocos Islands, .cc quickly evolved into a globally open extension. Managed by VeriSign, it's now popular with platforms seeking short, brandable names.

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Common .cc use cases

.cc domains are perfect for entrepreneurs, creators and startups building sleek, branded websites. They're also ideal for landing pages, communities and digital products that need clean, creative online spaces.

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SEO implications of .cc

Google treats .cc as a generic domain, making it great for global SEO. Short, modern URLs improve click-through rates and perform well on mobile, voice and display searches.

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How .cc enables success

Adopted by global innovators and tech-forward brands, the .cc domain delivers clean branding, high recall and international reach. It empowers you to launch bold, modern identities without geographic limits.

Why choose Bluehost?

Bluehost has everything you need to start, build and grow your successful online presence. Get super-fast hosting, online store capabilities, WordPress expertise and more.

Domain registration: Secure your perfect new domain name from over 500 TLDs, including .com, .net and more, with instant setup and easy bulk domain management.

 

Free first-year registration: Enjoy a complimentary domain for your first year on eligible TLDs, saving you setup costs right from the start.

 

WHOIS privacy protection: Keep your personal information safe with free domain privacy protection, masking your contact details from public lookup databases.

 

Simple DNS managementTake full control of your DNS settings. Create A, CNAME, MX and TXT records in seconds via our intuitive control panel.

Shared hosting: Get everything you need to start your site with AI site creation tools, weekly website backups, free SSL and perfect uptime.

 

WordPress hosting: Officially recommended by WordPress.org, our fully managed platform delivers enterprise-grade CPU power and auto-scaling infrastructure for traffic surges, plus one-click staging and a developer-friendly WP toolkit. All trusted by over 5 million users.

 

WooCommerce hosting: Our fully managed WooCommerce platform lets you design custom account pages, offer Wishlist, manage bookings & appointments and issue gift cards. All with PCI-compliant checkout and optimized performance for high-volume stores

 

VPS hosting: Get dedicated CPU and RAM for reliable speed, ultra-fast NVMe SSD storage, support for unlimited domains and sites in an isolated environment and an SLA-backed better uptime with proactive monitoring.

Dedicated servers: Gain exclusive access to powerful multi-core CPUs, abundant RAM and NVMe SSD arrays with customizable RAID. Enjoy full root control, hardware firewalls and an SLA-backed better uptime for mission-critical workloads.

 

Cloud hosting: Harness our global cloud network for blazing-fast speeds, managed WordPress by core developers for seamless plugin compatibility, 100% network uptime, enterprise-grade security and auto-scaling for high-traffic site

 

AI tools and easy setupLaunch in minutes with our AI-powered WordPress builder, drag-and-drop smart templates and pre-built content blocks for a turnkey site.

 

Professional services: Get custom website design, expert SEO & PPC campaigns and on-demand WordPress support for one-off or ongoing projects

 

Professional email built for businessUse a branded address ([you]@[yourdomain].[cc]) with standalone email or integrated Google Workspace and full productivity tools.

 

Cloudflare CDN: Serve your content from over 200 global data centers to slash latency and speed up page loads, while benefiting from automatic HTTP/2 optimization and built-in DDoS protection to keep your site fast and secure under traffic spikes.

 

Server-level caching: Store fully rendered pages and commonly used assets directly on the server for near-instant load times on repeat visits, with smart cache invalidation that ensures updates go live immediately without manual intervention./p>

 

NVMe SSD storage: Run your databases, media and applications on enterprise-grade NVMe drives, up to 10X faster than traditional SSDs, powered by AMD EPYC CPUs and DDR5 RAM for consistently smooth performance, even under heavy concurrent loads.

 

End-to-end SSL encryption: Automatically provision and renew Let’s Encrypt certificates across all domains to secure user data in transit, boost SEO rankings and build visitor trust without any manual steps.

 

Daily malware scanning & removalProtect your site with proactive, industry-leading scanners that detect suspicious code, quarantine threats instantly and notify you with detailed reports and one-click cleanup options.

 

Automated off-site backups: Preserve every version of your site with nightly snapshots stored securely off-site, plus easy point-in-time restores so you can recover mistakes or attacks in seconds.

24/7 live assistance: Reach our WordPress-trained experts anytime via phone, live chat or email for troubleshooting and guidance.

 

Developer-friendly toolkit: Test changes safely with one-click staging and cloning, instantly roll back updates and manage backups and migrations from a centralized WP toolkit.

 

Comprehensive resource library: Dive into step-by-step, how-to and in-depth articles to master best practices and streamline your workflow through our blogs, knowledge base and Bluehost Academy.

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FAQs

Use Bluehost domain search tool or WHOIS lookup to check availability and find the registrant. WHOIS privacy may be offered to mask your personal information.

To register your .cc domain, follow these steps:

  • Go to Bluehost – an ICANN-accredited registrar
  • Search availability of your desired domain
  • Select registration length (1 - 5 years)
  • Provide registrant data (company or personal)
  • Pay and register
You'll get DNS access to establish your domain once registration is complete.

Yes! You can register a .cc domain for up to 5 years in advance. This is ideal for consulting companies, creative brands and global businesses seeking stability.

To transfer .cc domain to Bluehost, first unlock it at your current registrar and obtain the EPP/Auth code. Then, log in to your Bluehost account, go to the Domain Transfer section, enter your .cc domain and provide the code. Bluehost will guide you through the process - just confirm the transfer via email when prompted. The transfer usually completes in 5–7 days and you can manage DNS and hosting directly through your Bluehost dashboard.

Yes. A domain name is just your web address. To create and manage your website, you’ll need a hosting plan. Bluehost offers WordPress hosting that fully supports .cc domains.

No, .cc domain pricing is the same for all registrants, whether you're a business, freelancer or individual. Pricing only varies by registrar and any optional add-ons like privacy.

The .cc extension is short, brandable and globally versatile. Its popularity among consulting companies, tech startups and creative professionals drives higher demand, especially as many .com domains are already taken.

  • High availability compared to saturated TLDs
  • Short and memorable - ideal for startups, country clubs and consultants
  • Great branding potential (example, Creative Commons, Community Center or "cc" initials)

Yes. Search engines treat .cc like a generic TLD (gTLD), so it doesn’t affect global SEO performance. It may even add local trust if your content is region-specific.

Yes - VeriSign, through its eNIC subsidiary, manages the .cc registry. It's supported by major global registrars like Bluehost, GoDaddy, Namecheap, Dynadot and Cloudflare.