.id Domain Names
24 registrars compared — cheapest from $12.99 at Hostinger
Delegated in 1993, .id is Indonesia's country-code domain—but as of recent rule changes, you no longer need to be in Indonesia to register a .id name directly. That's a big shift for a domain built around national presence.
| # | Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer | 5-Year Cost | 10-Year Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hostinger Cheapest | $12.99 | $15.99 | $12.99 | $76.95 | $156.90 | Visit |
| 2 | Gname | $17.99 | $17.99 | $17.99 | $89.95 | $179.90 | Visit |
| 3 | Sav | $18.19 | $18.19 | $18.19 | $90.95 | $181.90 | Visit |
| 4 | Porkbun | $18.33 | $18.33 | $18.33 | $91.65 | $183.30 | Visit |
| 5 | NameSilo | $19.75 | $20.75 | $18.75 | $102.75 | $206.50 | Visit |
| 6 | Dynadot | $19.95 | $19.95 | $19.95 | $99.75 | $199.50 | Visit |
| 7 | Namecheap | $22.98 | $25.98 | $22.98 | $126.90 | $256.80 | Visit |
| 8 | Regery | $22.99 | $22.99 | $22.99 | $114.95 | $229.90 | Visit |
| 9 | Crazy Domains | $23.49 | $26.79 | $23.49 | $130.65 | $264.60 | Visit |
| 10 | eDomains | $24.99 | $24.99 | $24.99 | $124.95 | $249.90 | Visit |
| 11 | MrDomain | $26.58 | $26.58 | $26.58 | $132.90 | $265.80 | Visit |
| 12 | Netim | $31.00 | $31.00 | $20.00 | $155.00 | $310.00 | Visit |
| 13 | GoDaddy | $34.99 | $34.99 | $34.99 | $174.95 | $349.90 | Visit |
| 14 | Epik | $36.95 | $36.95 | $36.95 | $184.75 | $369.50 | Visit |
| 15 | Infomaniak | $37.72 | $37.72 | $37.72 | $188.60 | $377.20 | Visit |
| 16 | EuroDNS | $54.40 | $54.40 | $54.40 | $272.00 | $544.00 | Visit |
| 17 | Regtons | $70.00 | $70.00 | $70.00 | $350.00 | $700.00 | Visit |
| 18 | INWX | $70.80 | $70.80 | $70.80 | $354.00 | $708.00 | Visit |
| 19 | OnlyDomains | $88.99 | $99.99 | $99.99 | $488.95 | $988.90 | Visit |
| 20 | Marcaria | $89.00 | $89.00 | $89.00 | $445.00 | $890.00 | Visit |
| 21 | Blacknight | $160.95 | $160.95 | $160.95 | $804.75 | $1609.50 | Visit |
| 22 | 101domain | $167.99 | $219.99 | $167.99 | $1047.95 | $2147.90 | Visit |
| 23 | Directnic | $167.99 | $219.99 | $167.99 | $1047.95 | $2147.90 | Visit |
| 24 | Gandi | $180.00 | $335.98 | $164.16 | $1523.92 | $3203.82 | Visit |
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From 1993 to Now: PANDI's Watch Over .id
When .id was delegated on February 27, 1993, Indonesia was an early adopter of ccTLDs in Asia. The registry is run by Perkumpulan Pengelola Nama Domain Internet Indonesia (PANDI), a non-profit organization. For decades, .id operated under a strict presence policy—you had to prove an Indonesian connection. That changed for the second level: now anyone can register a direct .id name without local presence. The .id Wikipedia article notes that restrictions still apply below the second level, so .co.id and similar subdomains remain gated to Indonesian entities.
The Second-Level Freedom vs. Third-Level Rules
The relaxation of presence rules for .id is a notable shift from the past. Today, a global audience can grab a simple .id, which is a powerful branding tool—especially for domain hacks like "bra.id" or "val.id." But the story differs under the hood: third-level registrations, such as .co.id, still require the registrant to be an Indonesian corporation or trademark owner with physical presence. This layered structure creates a two-tier market: global accessibility at the top, local accountability below.
Why .id Hurts for Domain Hackers (and How It Wins)
The two-letter .id is a natural fit for wordplay—"val.id," "rap.id," "hybr.id"—and this drives its popularity beyond Indonesia. Searches for "id domain" and "register .id domain" suggest users are hunting for short, memorable names. The actual use data confirms it's very popular in Indonesia, but the country-code association remains: people ask "id domain country" because they're checking whether it belongs to Indonesia (it does, per the Indonesia Wikipedia entry). That Indonesian identity is both a strength and a constraint, depending on your brand.
Security and Disputes: DNSSEC and PANDI's Rules
.id supports DNSSEC, a security protocol that helps protect against DNS spoofing—a meaningful plus for a national domain that handles sensitive traffic. Dispute resolution is handled under PANDI's own regulations, outlined on their regulatory page. While there's no mention of a UDRP-style policy, PANDI's rules provide a local framework for conflicts. For international registrants, that means understanding Indonesian dispute processes is part of the bargain.
How Much for .id? A Budget Name with a Wide Spread
Pricing for .id is budget-friendly, with [Hostinger](Hostinger) offering the lowest rates, but the gap between the cheapest and most expensive registrars is extreme—up to tenfold. Across 24 registrars, you'll find some premium options, but the average price keeps .id accessible. For comparison, regional neighbors like .in and .ph offer similar value, whereas .la and .am play on alternative meanings. If you want a short, meaningful domain without breaking the bank, .id fits the bill.