Explain the learning pathway
Show the starting level and how sessions or modules fit together. Learners should understand what they need before enrolling.
UK-based support · Since 2002
.academy domain names
An address for organised learning.
A .academy domain can introduce a teaching project or structured programme. Explain the subject, intended learners and what completing the programme means.
£41.95 /yr + VAT · £50.34 including VAT
One-year renewal: £41.95 + VAT (£50.34 including VAT). Compare registration terms ↓
Who can register?
Choose .academy under the registry’s registration policies. Check rights to the name and provide accurate registrant details; availability is confirmed again during registration. Registry guidance (opens in a new tab)↗
Choose with confidence
Is .academy right for your idea?
Identify the provider
Tell visitors who teaches the programme and describe experience accurately. The name is not proof of accreditation.
Make the delivery practical
State whether teaching is live, self-paced or in person, with clear dates, location and contact details where relevant.
Know what you’ll pay
.academy registration and renewal prices
Choose your registration term at order review. Prices below are the total upfront cost for a standard domain, not a monthly payment.
Annual renewal: £41.95 + VAT
£50.34 including VAT at today’s price.
Longer renewal terms may differ from registration offers. Review the renewal price before paying. Premium names are excluded from standard prices.
| Term | Total + VAT | Including VAT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | £41.95 | £50.34 |
| 2 years | £83.90 | £100.68 |
| 3 years | £125.85 | £151.02 |
| 5 years | £209.75 | £251.70 |
VAT shown at 20%. Prices checked 7 September 2026. Your order confirms the final price and availability.
About this extension
The story behind .academy
- Domain family
- Generic top-level domain
- Registry operator
- Identity Digital
Identity Digital is responsible for this domain registry. Registration through UK Cheapest and the website or email service you connect are separate parts of using the name. IANA: .academy registry record (opens in a new tab)
How .academy fits into the domain system
IANA’s .academy registry record dates from December 2013. It identifies Identity Digital as the registry operator. A generic ending using the word academy. This is the registry-record date, rather than a claimed public launch date.
Background checked 6 September 2026 against the sources linked above.
More than an address
Start using your name your way.
Make a simple first page
Use the included single-page builder for an introduction and contact details. Add a fuller website when you need one.
Website options →Forward your email
Send incoming messages from domain addresses to an existing inbox. A mailbox for storing and sending email is a separate service.
How forwarding works →Connect your services
Manage DNS, nameservers and web forwarding. Use your domain with a compatible website or email provider.
DNS help →A little more detail
Questions about .academy domains
Does .academy confer accreditation?
No. The domain does not authorise awards or verify a teaching provider.
Can a small project use it?
The theme can fit a small learning programme, provided its status and offer are clear.
Does it include a learning platform?
No. Teaching software or course hosting is separate.
What happens after I find a domain?
Add one or more available names to your basket, then continue to registration. Enter the owner details and review the registration term and total before payment. Availability is provisional until the registrar confirms registration.
Will UKC charge me automatically at renewal?
No. UKC sends renewal reminders and an invoice. You need to pay the invoice to renew; UKC does not automatically charge you. Keep your contact details current so you receive reminders.
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