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.dm Domain: Dominica ccTLD Guide
.dm is the country-code top-level domain for Dominica.
Overview
.dm is the country-code top-level domain for Dominica, in the Americas. It is managed by DotDM Corporation.
No residency restrictions; play.dm is a popular domain-hack example.
Who can register
Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.
Second-level endings: Also .com.dm, .net.dm, .org.dm.
Rules and prices change. This summary is general information, not legal advice: confirm the current policy with the registry before you buy. The registry's website is nic.dm. The official record for .dm is in the IANA root zone database.
Before you buy a .dm name
- Check the renewal price as well as the first-year price. Our cost calculator shows what a name really costs over time.
- Make sure you meet the eligibility rules yourself, without relying on a trustee if you can avoid it.
- Search for trademarks and for the same name in .com.
- Say the name out loud: will people type it correctly?
Weighing up a specific .dm name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.
Frequently asked questions
What country is .dm?
.dm is the country-code top-level domain for Dominica.
Who runs the .dm domain?
The .dm registry is managed by DotDM Corporation.
Can I register a .dm domain from another country?
Generally yes. .dm is open to registrants worldwide through accredited registrars. Check the registry's current terms before you buy.
Does Google treat .dm as a country domain?
Yes. Google normally treats .dm as a signal that a site targets Dominica.
Compare and explore
Compare .dm side by side with other extensions, or browse more in the Americas:
Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org. Last reviewed October 2026.
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