Updated November 2026 · Reviewed by the DomainFinch editorial team · Editorial policy
What is a .co domain?
- Type
- Country code (ccTLD)
- Registry
- GoDaddy Registry (.CO Internet S.A.S.)
- Who can register
- None - open to anyone worldwide.
- Typical cost
- Premium
Who should use .co?
- Startups
- Businesses wanting a short name
- Alternative to a taken .com
- Brand campaigns
.co pros
- Short and business-oriented
- Good availability compared with .com
- Treated as generic by Google
.co cons
- Users may mistype it as .com, sending traffic elsewhere
- Usually costs more than .com
Is .co good for SEO?
Google lists this ccTLD among those it treats as generic, so it is not geotargeted to its country and can rank globally like a .com. Read more in do domain names affect SEO?
How to register a .co domain
- Search your name in the box above to see if the .co is free.
- Check the rules: None - open to anyone worldwide.
- Compare first-year and renewal prices at a few registrars.
- Register it, then turn on auto-renew, registrar lock and two-factor login.
.co domain name ideas
Starting points that suit typical .co users. Tap one to check it.
.co compared
.co FAQ
What is a .co domain?
The country-code TLD for Colombia, .co is marketed globally as short for 'company' or 'commerce'. It is widely used by startups and businesses as a concise alternative to .com.
Who can register a .co domain?
None - open to anyone worldwide.
Is .co good for SEO?
Google lists this ccTLD among those it treats as generic, so it is not geotargeted to its country and can rank globally like a .com.
How do I check .co domain availability?
Type a name into the search box on this page. DomainFinch checks .co and 30+ other extensions live using DNS and official registry data.
Is a .co domain worth it?
It is worth it if you fit its audience (startups, businesses wanting a short name). Weigh the premium price tier and the trade-offs: users may mistype it as .com, sending traffic elsewhere.