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.yt Domain: Mayotte ccTLD Guide
.yt is the country-code top-level domain for Mayotte.
Overview
.yt is the country-code top-level domain for Mayotte, in Africa. It is managed by AFNIC.
Registrants must be in the same European area as for .tf; also used unofficially for YouTube-related domain hacks.
Who can register
Direct registration generally needs a real connection to the country, such as citizenship, residence, a local company, a local trademark or a local contact.
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 www.nic.yt. The official record for .yt is in the IANA root zone database.
Before you buy a .yt 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 .yt name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.
Frequently asked questions
What country is .yt?
.yt is the country-code top-level domain for Mayotte.
Who runs the .yt domain?
The .yt registry is managed by AFNIC.
Can I register a .yt domain from another country?
Usually not directly. .yt generally requires a local connection, such as citizenship, residence, a local company, trademark or contact. Some registrars offer trustee services, which carry their own risks.
Does Google treat .yt as a country domain?
Yes. Google normally treats .yt as a signal that a site targets Mayotte.
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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org ยท www.iana.org. Last reviewed October 2026.
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