Buy a .kids Domain Name

Get Your New .KIDS Domain for Only $42.99/yr!

Regular price ~~$48.99/yr~~

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Why Get a .KIDS Domain?

Did you know almost 80% of people search for what they need online? Most of them won’t trust a business or organization without a website.

Using a .kids domain indicates to visitors that you are a serious organization or business; .kids domains have some unique benefits, some of which include:

Increase SEO

Using a .kids domain can boost SEO rankings for specific searches.

Domain Privacy

Register your .kids domain and ensure customers find you, and not one of your competitors, when looking for your brand online.

Be found

A .kids domain is the default domain your customers will look for when trying to find your brand online.

WHAT IS A .KIDS DOMAIN NAME?

The Child-Friendly Domain Built for Trust

A .kids domain name is a dedicated internet space designed for children's content, family-friendly brands, and educational organizations. Managed by the DotKids Foundation, the .kids TLD signals to parents, educators, and visitors that your website is intentionally built with younger audiences in mind.

Unlike generic extensions like .com or .net, the .kids extension is self-describing; it tells your story in the URL itself.

This matters for trust: parents and teachers actively look for signals that a website is age-appropriate. Registering a kids website domain through HostPapa gives you that instant credibility, backed by 24/7 multilingual support.

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BUILT FOR EDUCATORS, BRANDS & CREATORS

Who Should Register a .KIDS Domain?

A .kids domain name is ideal for anyone creating content, services, or tools for children and families. The .kids TLD is an open generic top-level domain; anyone can register, with no special eligibility requirements. Here's who benefits most:

Children's content creators
Educational platforms and edtech startups
Nonprofits and child advocacy organizations
Toy, game, and entertainment brands

Registering your .kids domain with HostPapa includes access to Web Hosting, SSL Certificates, and professional Business Email, everything you need to launch a complete, trusted online presence from one provider.

TRANSFER, MANAGE & GROW WITH EASE

Move Your .KIDS Domain Name to HostPapa

Already have a .kids domain name with another registrar? Transferring to HostPapa is a straightforward, mostly automated process that requires no technical expertise. Our secure transfer system protects your domain ownership with virtually zero downtime; your child-friendly domain stays live throughout the entire move.

Once your kids' website domain is transferred, you manage everything from HostPapa's intuitive control panel: DNS settings, renewal dates, domain privacy, and bundled services, all in one place.

Our PapaSquad support team is available 24/7 in English, French, Spanish, and German, so help is always one message away.

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Why Register Your .kids Domain With HostPapa

Support

Expert support, 24/7 in English, French, Spanish, and German.

Satisfaction

Over 500,000 websites hosted, all owned by happy customers.

User-friendly

Our easy-to-use control panel makes you an expert.

One-stop shop

For all your domains, hosting, email, and cloud solution needs.

How to Register a .kids Domain

Enter your desired domain name in the field below to confirm it's available.

Select the domain name you want from the options presented.

Create your account and confirm your selection.

Done! Login to your HostPapa dashboard to manage your .kids domain.

Anyone can register a .kids domain.

Buy a .KIDS Domain Now for Only $42.99/yr!

Regular price ~~$48.99/yr~~

More Than .kids

Looking for a Different Domain Extension?

Get more than just a domain—get security, features, and expert support at one affordable price. Choose from a full range of top-level domains to match your business needs!

Top Level Domain	Registration	Renewal	Transfer
.kids	$42.99 per year	$48.99 per year	$42.99 one-time
.com	$15.99 per year	$27.99 per year	$15.99 one-time
.ca	$19.99 per year	$25.99 per year	$19.99 one-time
.net	$15.99 per year	$29.99 per year	$15.99 one-time
.org	$23.99 per year	$33.99 per year	$33.99 one-time
.blog	$9.99 per year	$59.99 per year	$9.99 one-time

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a .kids domain name?

A .kids domain name is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) managed by the DotKids Foundation, designed specifically for websites serving children, families, and educational audiences. It functions like any other domain extension, but it carries an immediate signal of child-friendly intent. The .kids TLD was opened for public registration in November 2022 and is available globally to any individual, organization, or business.

Who can register a .kids domain?

Anyone can register a .kids domain; there are no special eligibility requirements, residency rules, or age restrictions for registrants. It's open to individuals, small businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and large brands alike.

The .kids TLD is particularly well-suited for children's content creators, edtech companies, family entertainment brands, toy companies, and child-focused nonprofits who want their URL to instantly communicate their audience.

Is a .kids domain name good for SEO?

A .kids domain name can positively influence SEO when your target audience is explicitly children or families, because the TLD reinforces topical relevance to search engines. While Google has stated that new gTLDs aren't inherently ranked higher, a child-friendly domain name can improve click-through rates from parents and educators who associate .kids with safe, relevant content.

How much does a .kids domain name cost to register and renew?

At HostPapa, a .kids domain name starts at $42.99 per year. Renewal is $42.99 per year. It's important to compare both registration and renewal pricing when choosing a registrar; some providers offer low intro rates but charge significantly more at renewal. HostPapa's pricing is transparent with no hidden fees.

Can I transfer my existing .kids domain name to HostPapa?

Yes. You can transfer your existing .kids domain name to HostPapa quickly and securely. The transfer process is largely automated; simply enter your family website domain name, provide the authorization (EPP) code from your current registrar, and HostPapa handles the rest. Your .kids domain stays live throughout the transfer with virtually no downtime.

What is the core difference between a .kids domain and a .education domain?

A .kids domain name is a child-centric gTLD designed for content, products, services, and communities that serve or are created for children and youth under 18. A .education domain is a gTLD oriented toward learning, training, and knowledge-sharing, covering schools, tutoring services, and educators of all kinds. The key distinction is audience and purpose: .kids domain names center on who the content is for (children), while .education centers on what the content does (educate).

Does HostPapa offer domain privacy for .kids domain names?

Yes. Domain privacy (WHOIS privacy protection) is available for your .kids domain name registration through HostPapa. When enabled, your personal contact information, name, address, email, and phone number, is replaced with generic registrar information in the public WHOIS database. This protects you from spam, unwanted solicitations, and potential data harvesting.

What types of websites use a .kids domain name?

The .kids TLD is used by a wide range of organizations and creators, including: children's educational platforms and tutoring services; family entertainment websites, games, and apps; nonprofits and child advocacy organizations; toy and children's product brands; schools and libraries; kids' YouTube channels and content creator sites; and parenting blogs or family websites. Any website whose primary audience includes children or families can benefit from registering a kids website domain to establish instant topical relevance and audience trust.

Build your kids brand’s online presence by purchasing a child-friendly domain name from HostPapa today!