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Published: 2026-08-17 | Updated: 2026-08-17
How to Register a .CC Domain at NiceNIC

A .CC domain is short, memorable, and flexible enough for brands, communities, creative projects, technology sites, and personal websites.
Although .CC is the country-code extension for the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, it is widely available internationally and does not normally require a local address. Verisign operates the .CC registry.
Registration at NiceNIC is simple: search for the name, enter accurate holder information, review the price, and complete payment.

Quick Answer
Individuals and organizations can generally register a .CC domain without a Cocos (Keeling) Islands local-presence requirement. NiceNIC asks customers to provide normal, accurate registrant contact information.
The example order in this guide shows a first-year price of $16.99. NiceNIC currently lists the same $16.99 registration price for Market, Basic, Super, and VIP accounts.
One thing is worth checking before you buy:
The renewal price is higher than the first-year registration price.
NiceNIC's current pricing page lists .CC renewal at:
Market: $34.99
Basic: $31.99
Super: $30.99
VIP: $29.99
Prices can change, so check the live price before ordering or renewing.

Before You Register
Prepare:
  • Your preferred .CC domain
  • The real name of the individual or organization that will own it
  • A valid address
  • A working telephone number
  • An accessible email address
  • A supported payment method
There is no special local-presence form in the NiceNIC registration process shown here.

Step 1: Search for Your .CC Domain
Go to the NiceNIC domain search page and enter the name you want, for example:
examplebrand.cc
Click Search.

If the domain is available, the search result displays the current first-year price.

The example shown in this guide displays:
$16.99 / 1st year
Click Register to continue.
Verisign positions .CC as a short and creative extension that can be used for distinctive online identities beyond its original country-code meaning.

Step 2: Enter the Domain Holder Information
NiceNIC next opens the registration contact page.

Enter the actual details of the person or organization that will own the domain, including:
  • Name
  • Company, if applicable
  • Country or region
  • Address and postal code
  • Telephone number
  • Email address
You do not need to select the Cocos (Keeling) Islands or provide a local address simply to register a standard .CC domain.
Use the holder's real contact information and a working email address.
NiceNIC automatically enters its default nameservers. You can leave them unchanged unless your hosting or DNS provider has supplied different nameservers.
Accept the Domain Registration Service Agreement and click Next step.

Step 3: Review the Registration Details
The next page shows the information that will be submitted with the order.

Check the important details:
  • Domain spelling
  • Holder name
  • Company name, if applicable
  • Country and address
  • Telephone number
  • Email address
  • Registration period
Correct any mistake before clicking Next.

Step 4: Check the Price and Complete Payment
The order page displays the domain, registration term, price, total amount, and current account balance.

The order shown in this guide is:
Registration term: 1 year
Price: $16.99
Total amount: $16.99

Check the Renewal Price Too
Before paying, look beyond the first-year price. The current .CC renewal price is higher than the $16.99 registration offer and varies by NiceNIC account level.
This matters especially if you plan to:
  • Keep the domain for several years
  • Register many .CC domains
  • Build a domain portfolio
  • Use .CC domains for multiple client projects
Check the current registration and renewal price before making a long-term cost decision.

Click Pay by Crypto / PayPal to continue.

Review the final amount and any payment-provider fee before completing the transaction.

After Registration
Once registration is complete, the .CC domain will appear in your NiceNIC account.
You can then connect it to a website, configure DNS records, set up email, or change the nameservers.

Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can anyone register a .CC domain?
.CC is commonly available internationally through registrars without a local-presence requirement. You should still provide accurate registrant information.
2. Do I need an address in the Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
No local address is required in the standard NiceNIC .CC registration process described here.
3. Who operates the .CC registry?
Verisign operates the authoritative .CC registry, along with registries including .COM and .NET.
4. How much does a .CC domain cost at NiceNIC?
NiceNIC currently displays $16.99 for the first year across Market, Basic, Super, and VIP accounts.
5. Is the renewal price also $16.99?
No. NiceNIC currently lists higher renewal prices for .CC. For example, the Market renewal price is $34.99, while VIP renewal is $29.99. Always check the live price because rates may change.

Register Your .CC Domain
Search for your preferred .CC name, enter accurate holder information, and check both the first-year and renewal price before completing your order.
Check .CC availability and register your domain at NiceNIC.
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