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.im Domain: Isle of Man ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.im is the country-code top-level domain for the Isle of Man.

Overview

.im is the country-code top-level domain for the Isle of Man, in Europe. It is managed by the Government of the Isle of Man (Domicilium).

Open to anyone worldwide and popular for domain hacks and for instant messaging products.

Who can register

Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.

Second-level endings: Also .co.im, .com.im, .net.im, .org.im.

Before you buy a .im 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 .im name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.

Frequently asked questions

What country is .im?

.im is the country-code top-level domain for the Isle of Man.

Who runs the .im domain?

The .im registry is managed by Government of the Isle of Man (Domicilium).

Can I register a .im domain from another country?

Generally yes. .im is open to registrants worldwide through accredited registrars. Check the registry's current terms before you buy.

Does Google treat .im as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .im as a signal that a site targets the Isle of Man.

Compare and explore

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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org. Last reviewed October 2026.

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