In the digital age, patients increasingly turn to the Internet for healthcare information and services. For hospitals and other healthcare organizations, having a strong online presence is essential.
A dedicated .hospital domain can serve as the digital front door for your institution, creating a recognizable and trustworthy online identity.
Let’s explore the world of .hospital domains and how they can revolutionize healthcare organizations’ online presence.
What are .hospital domains?
.hospital domains are a specialized type of top-level domain (TLD) exclusively designed for the healthcare sector.
They offer an immediate way to identify your website as a trusted source of medical information and services.
Who can register .hospital domains?
Anyone can register .hospital domain names on a first-come, first-served basis. It’s just like registering other domains.
The registration process for .hospital domains is straightforward. You can register through any accredited domain registrar like Truehost Cloud.
The process involves:
- Selecting a domain registrar that offers this specialized TLD
- Checking the availability of the desired domain name
- Completing the registration process.
Healthcare organizations can generally get the job done with ease regarding the user-friendly registrar process.
To maintain the integrity of .hospital domains, certain restrictions apply:
- Domain length: Between 1 and 63 characters.
- Allowed characters: Letters (a-z), numbers (0-9), and hyphens (except as the third or fourth character).
- Not allowed characters: Special characters (e.g., & and #).
What are the costs:
The annual costs of a .hospital domain:
- Registration: $47.83.
- Renewal: $47.83.
- Transfers: $46.91.
.hospital Domain Transfers:
Transferring your .hospital domain to another registrar is possible, and the process is similar to transferring other domain types.
Ensure that you have the authorization code from your current registrar, and be aware that your website and email services may be temporarily affected during the transfer.
Expired domains can’t be transferred; they must be active. We accept these transfers:
- Transfer into Truehost.
- Transfer away from Truehost.
- Transfer in between your Truehost accounts.
Refunds and Cancellations:
Refunds for .hospital domain registrations are typically not available. Please review the refund policy or contact support for more.
Cancellations are usually straightforward and can be done through our r support channels. After cancellation, your domain will become available for others to register after a grace period.
A .hospital domain is a valuable asset for any healthcare organization seeking to establish a credible and visible online presence. It instantly conveys trustworthiness and expertise to potential patients.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enhance your online presence and build trust with your audience. Register your .hospital domain with us and take the first step towards a stronger digital footprint in the healthcare industry.
Visit our website or contact our support team to get started.