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.AC Domains

A Short Address With Island Roots.

Explore .AC domain names. .AC is the country-code domain for Ascension Island. Its two letters can also suit brands seeking a compact address, but it is distinct from academic subdomains such as ac.uk.

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Registration

Standard1–49 in order$34.99$47.99Registration promotion
Lowest discount$34.39$47.39Registration promotion5000+ active domains

Renewal

StandardRetail rate$47.99
Lowest discount$47.395000+ active domains

Transfer

Listed rate$46.99

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USD. Last checked 2026-11-13 08:34 UTC. Listed rates may be subject to minimum registration terms. Confirm the term and final total on NameSilo.

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Registrations in one order

Order quantity determines the registration rate.

.AC registration prices by order quantity, USD
Domains in orderRegistration
1 - 49$34.99$47.99Registration promotion
50 - 100$34.49$47.89Registration promotion
101 - 500$33.99$47.79Registration promotion

Discount Program

For enrolled accounts. Tiers refer to active account domains.

.AC Discount Program rates in USD
Active domainsRegisterRenew
0+$34.89$47.89Registration promotion$47.89
100+$34.79$47.79Registration promotion$47.79
500+$34.69$47.69Registration promotion$47.69
1000+$34.59$47.59Registration promotion$47.59
2500+$34.49$47.49Registration promotion$47.49
5000+$34.39$47.39Registration promotion$47.39
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Published promotion terms

.AC Registration

First year standard registration only

Published promotional rate: $34.99 (regular $47.99). Registration. Expires 2026-12-31 (UTC).

These terms describe the published offer. Eligibility and tier prices above still apply.

USD, per domain, as listed for the source’s default quote. Minimum terms, premium names, and registry rules can change the final charge. Transfer prices do not guarantee a term extension. Rates and offers were captured on 2026-11-12; confirm current pricing before ordering.

About .AC

What .AC Means
for Your Website.

What is a .AC domain?

.AC is the country-code domain for Ascension Island. Its two letters can also suit brands seeking a compact address, but it is distinct from academic subdomains such as ac.uk.

A natural fit for

Short-name brands and Ascension Island projects.

Registry Facts

.AC, at a Glance.

IANA classifies .AC as a country-code top-level domain and lists Internet Computer Bureau Limited as its manager.

Domain type
Country-code top-level domain
Registry manager
Internet Computer Bureau Limited
Research sourcesCurrent payment options IANA record for .AC Registry website listed by IANA

Registry record checked October 29, 2026. Registration policies can change; consult the registry’s current terms.

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A Detail Worth Knowing.

Do not present .AC registration as academic accreditation.

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What is a .AC domain?
.AC is the country-code domain for Ascension Island. Its two letters can also suit brands seeking a compact address, but it is distinct from academic subdomains such as ac.uk.
Who is a .AC domain best for?
A .AC address is a strong fit for short-name brands and ascension island projects. Its two letters can also suit brands seeking a compact address, but it is distinct from academic subdomains such as ac.uk.
What should I know before registering .AC?
Do not present .AC registration as academic accreditation.
Who manages .AC?
IANA classifies .AC as a country-code top-level domain and lists Internet Computer Bureau Limited as its manager.
What services come with my .AC registration?
NameSilo highlights DNS management, email forwarding and Domain Defender as free domain-management features. WHOIS privacy is free where the registry supports it; eligibility and disclosure rules vary by extension. Email forwarding routes incoming mail to an existing inbox; it is not a hosted mailbox. Review availability and setup instructions for your domain and account.
Does a .AC domain include a website or email mailbox?
Domain registration reserves the address. Website hosting, an ecommerce platform, a professional hosted mailbox and any optional blockchain services are separate services. Connect the domain using the provider’s DNS instructions and configure HTTPS for your website.
Which payment methods can I use for .AC?
See NameSilo’s current payment-options page for supported methods and restrictions. Checkout confirms the selected registration term, any premium price or first-year promotion, and the final total. Renewal rates can differ from registration offers.
How much does a .AC domain cost?
As captured on 2026-11-12, NameSilo lists .AC registration at $34.99 for 1–49 domains in one order and retail renewal at $47.99, in USD. Bulk and Discount Program rates have separate eligibility. Minimum terms and premium names can change the final charge. Confirm the current quote before ordering.
Does .AC help with SEO?
A .AC domain can help communicate your website’s subject and make your address memorable, but the extension alone does not guarantee higher rankings. Search performance depends on useful content, a crawlable website, links, and relevance. Country-code extensions can also send geographic signals.