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Unlock your brand’s potential in Italy with .it domain from Bluehost

Put your brand on the Italian map with a .it domain powered by Bluehost WordPress hosting, cutting‑edge security and expert support at every step.

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Why choose a .it domain?

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


Instant Italian identity

The .it domain is Italy’s official ccTLD, instantly showing your website’s connection to Italian audiences.


Strong national presence

As of July 2025, over 1.99 million .it domains are live, signaling wide adoption and local trust.


Trusted by top institutions

Leading organizations like register.it, unipi.it


Broad hosting coverage

With 149, 458 unique IPs, .it domains benefit from broad infrastructure support across diverse hosting networks.


Exclusive eligibility rules

Only businesses or organizations based in the EEA, the UK, Switzerland, Vatican City or San Marino can register .it domains .


Equal search opportunity

Google ranks websites based on content quality, ensuring that .it domains have equal visibility in search results.


What makes .it domains a smart choice?

A .it domain name shows you're proudly Italian, earning trust from local audiences and improving regional search visibility.
Perfect for businesses, creatives and startups, it gives your brand a cultural boost, helping you stand out and succeed in Italy.

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History and origin of .it

Launched in 1987, the .it domain was created for Italy. It quickly became the trusted choice for Italian businesses, institutions and local brands to establish a national online identity.

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Common .it use cases

.it domains suit Italian businesses, eCommerce stores and local blogs targeting regional audiences. They’re also ideal for universities and professionals looking to highlight Italian culture, language and services online.

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SEO implications of .it

Using a .it domain boosts visibility in Italian search results, signaling geographic intent. This local relevance builds trust and increases click-through rates for users searching specifically within Italy.

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How .it enables success

Top brands like Ferrari.it, Enel.it and Ducati.it use .it to build trust, boost visibility and connect locally. This proves its value for businesses, education and public services across Italy.

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].[it]) 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

A .it domain is the official country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Italy, managed by the Italian Registry (Registro.it). It’s widely used by Italian businesses, organizations and individuals to create a trusted online identity. The .it extension signals a strong connection to Italy, whether through location, audience, language or product offering. The best .it domains are short, memorable and relevant to your brand.

A .it domain offers strong advantages for both local and international use:

  • Boost local trust – Italian customers recognize and trust domains connected to Registro.it.
  • Improve local SEO – Search engines rank ccTLDs like .it higher in their respective regions.
  • Showcase Italian identity – Ideal for selling Italian products or services, or representing Italian culture.
  • Global branding potential – Works well for creative marketing (e.g., "[visit].it") and for targeting Italian-speaking audiences worldwide.

Registration is open only to entities located in:

  • The European Union (EU)
  • The European Economic Area (EEA)
  • The Swiss Confederation
  • San Marino
This ensures .it domains retain strong ties to the region. Non-residents can still register via a local presence or trustee service provided by some registrars.

Yes. You can register a .it domain name through any registrar accredited by the Italian Registry that offers this extension. The process usually involves searching for your desired name, confirming availability and completing registration with eligibility verification.

Not automatically. Some registrars include a free SSL certificate with domain or hosting packages, while others offer it as a paid add-on. SSL encrypts visitor data, improves trust and can help with search rankings, so it’s highly recommended for any website.

Yes. San Marino is recognized by the .it domain registry as eligible for registration. Whether you’re a citizen, resident or a company based in San Marino, you can register and manage a .it domain just like an Italian resident.

A .it domain typically costs between $8 and $15 per year, depending on the registrar and any added services such as privacy protection, email hosting or premium DNS. Renewal fees are usually in the same range. Choosing a multi-year registration can sometimes secure lower rates and save you from higher renewal rates.

You can register your .it domain in minutes with Bluehost by searching, verifying eligibility and completing checkout. To register with Bluehost:

  • Visit the Bluehost Domain Search page
  • Search for your preferred .it domain
  • Confirm eligibility and availability
  • Add it to your cart and complete checkout
You can also bundle hosting and email services to launch your site faster.

Yes. If your target market is Italy or Italian speakers, a .it domain can significantly improve your SEO. Benefits include:

  • Higher ranking in Italian search results.
  • Better click-through rates from Italian users who trust local domains.
  • Cultural relevance, which can boost engagement and conversion rates.

Absolutely. While .it domains are best for local visibility, they also work well for global brands that:

  • Sell Italian products (e.g., luxury fashion, wine, olive oil).
  • Target Italian-speaking markets in multiple countries.
  • Want to use the extension creatively in marketing campaigns.

To to Bluehost:

  • Unlock your domain at your current registrar
  • Request the authorization (EPP) code
  • Start the transfer on the Bluehost Transfer page
  • Follow the on-screen steps to complete setup
Our support team can guide you through the process to ensure a smooth transition.

You can register a .it domain for 1 to 10 years, depending on the registrar’s options. Renewal reminders are usually sent before expiration and many registrars offer auto-renew to prevent accidental loss.

Due to GDPR regulations, certain personal details in the public Whois database are automatically masked for privacy. While additional privacy services may not be necessary, your registrar will ensure compliance with data protection laws.

Yes. Once your .it domain is registered and connected to hosting, you can create unlimited subdomains, such as:

  • [blog].]yoursite].it for a blog.
  • [shop].[yoursite].it for an eCommerce store.
  • [help].[yoursite].it for customer support.
Subdomains are useful for organizing site content, targeting different audiences or running separate projects under the same domain.