Register a .im domain name
Your .im domain for every web project - DNSSEC enabled by default.
Why this extension
The Isle of Man's extension.
Managed by Domicilium for the Isle of Man Government. A ccTLD widely used for its 'IM' acronym (instant messaging, 'I am') and for short, memorable domain names.
- Businesses based in the Isle of Man
- Messaging services or 'IM' acronym products
- Short, personal domain names ('iam.im')
Pricing
Features
- DNSSEC enabled by defaultEnabled
- Auto-renewal availableEnabled
- Advanced DNS managementEnabled
- Painless transfer-inEnabled
What is a .im domain?
The .im extension is the official domain of the Isle of Man, a self-governing British Crown Dependency, and is managed by the registry Domicilium. It is popular well beyond the island for its clever wordplay - 'I'm', instant messaging, or short brandable names. A .im name is 4 to 32 characters long and uses the letters a-z, digits and hyphens (no accented characters).
Who can register a .im domain?
The .im registry is open to individuals and organisations anywhere in the world, with no residency or nationality requirement and no prior-rights or application forms to complete. Names must be 4 to 32 characters, must not infringe third-party trademarks and must respect the values of the Isle of Man. ITMG-Cloud handles the registration for you.
DNSSEC enabled by default
Every .im domain registered with ITMG-Cloud comes with DNSSEC switched on from day one, at no extra cost. DNSSEC cryptographically signs your DNS zone so browsers and mail servers can confirm they are reaching the genuine domain, protecting your visitors against cache poisoning and DNS spoofing. You keep full control of your records through our advanced DNS management while staying secure by default. Renewals and the required DS records are handled automatically, so your chain of trust never lapses.
How to register a .im domain
- 1Search for the name you want with the availability tool above.
- 2Add it to your order and choose how many years to register.
- 3Provide the registrant details required by the registry and complete your payment.
- 4Your domain goes live with DNSSEC and advanced DNS management already enabled.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to live on the Isle of Man to register a .im domain?
No. The .im registry is open to anyone worldwide, with no residency or nationality requirement.
Can I use accented or non-Latin characters in a .im domain?
No. A .im name uses only the letters a-z, digits 0-9 and hyphens, and must be between 4 and 32 characters long - internationalised characters are not supported.
Is DNSSEC included with a .im domain?
Yes. Every .im domain registered with ITMG-Cloud has DNSSEC enabled by default, at no extra cost.
How does a .im transfer work?
A .im transfer costs 59.99 €/yr and extends your registration by one additional year from the current expiry date.
Can I manage my own DNS records?
Yes. Every domain includes our advanced DNS management, so you can create and edit A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT and other records yourself at any time, with DNSSEC handled automatically.