Register a .cn Domain in China
.cn helps businesses and organizations signal a real connection to China. It is a strong fit for local content, regional ecommerce, public information, professional services, and global brands building trust in that market.
A .cn identity customers recognize
.cn helps businesses and organizations signal a real connection to China. It is a strong fit for local content, regional ecommerce, public information, professional services, and global brands building trust in that market.
SoxDomains helps you confirm availability, prepare any required registration details, and connect the domain to DNS, hosting, email, and security services.
Recommended uses for .cn
- China websites
- China services
- China campaigns
- professional email
Useful facts about China
Understand the market behind this extension and use these facts to plan a more relevant digital presence.
- Region
- Eastern Asia
- Languages
- Standard Chinese
- Currency
- Chinese Yuan
- Internet use
- 20-50%
- Major cities
- Beijing, Shanghai
Your .cn domain in four clear steps
Start with the name. Add only the services you need, then complete one secure checkout.
Find a domain
Search for the .cn name that fits your business, product, or project.
Add to cart
Choose your registration term and submit the registrant details.
Add services
Pair the domain with hosting, SSL, or professional email.
Pay and launch
Complete payment and manage DNS, renewal, and transfer settings from SoxDomains.
Turn your domain into a working business
A domain is the address. Add the essentials to make it secure, fast, and ready for customers.
Web Hosting
Publish your site with managed hosting and connect your .cn domain in one account.
View hostingSSL Certificate
Protect visitor data, enable HTTPS, and give customers a safer browsing experience.
View SSLBusiness Email
Use an address at your own domain to keep every customer conversation on brand.
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.cn domain pricing
Compare the main domain services first, then review required local-presence services and optional account features.
| Service | Price | Billing | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| RegistrationStart here | $25.00/yr | per year | New domain registration |
| Renewal | $25.00/yr | per year | Renew before expiration |
| Transfer | $25.00 | One time | Authorization code may be required |
| Trustee / Local PresenceRequired | $18.93 | 1 year | Trustee Service when you have no qualifying local presence |
| Estimated first-year required services | $43.93 | First year | Registration plus required trustee/local-presence service |
| Included management features | |||
| DNS management | Included | Account feature | Manage records and nameservers |
| WHOIS privacy | Not available | 1 year | Not automatically available for this extension |
Registration Requirements
Each registry sets its own rules. These are the main items to understand before submitting your .cn domain.
We help with the details. Our team reviews your information before it is sent for registration or transfer.
Is there any other information needed to register a .cn domain?
Yes The domain name does not need to match the company name. If your DNS is located inside China, you must record the name with the MIIT ICP recording system and provide us with the Record Number. Trustee services can only be used alongside a domain hold. The domain will not resolve while using trustee.
Any additional documents, requirements or information needed to register a .cn?
Yes Organizations: (1) Full, color (if applicable) copy of Government-issued Business Registration certificate, matching EXACTLY with the Registrant company's FULL name as shown on the document provided. All edges must be visible. (2) Full, color copy of Government-issued photo ID, matching EXACTLY to the Registrant's FULL name as shown in the supplied ID. All edges must be visible. Individuals: Full color copy of Government-issued photo ID, matching EXACTLY to the Registrant's FULL name as shown in the supplied ID. All edges must be visible. Acceptable forms of ID: Chinese ID or Chinese Passport Modern Passport BOOK with English translation (Foreign ID or Foreign Passport Card is not accepted) Mainland travel permit for Hong Kong and Macao residents Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card Residence Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents Reside...
Are Individual .cn domain registrations allowed?
Yes
Company or legal entities registrations allowed for .cn?
Yes
Are some .cn domain names restricted?
Yes Violating rights of third parties, names against moral, ethnic and government standards, and any other names contrary to to the laws of China are prohibited. For complete restrictions, see FAQs.
.cn Trustee / Proxy service offered? Fees?
Yes Don't Have All of These Requirements for China .cn? Our trustee service provides the required local contact information. Note: Registration for 2 years may be required on some extensions.
About the .cn registry setup
Use this data as a planning guide. Final registry rules, eligibility, premium pricing, and transfer behavior are confirmed during order processing.
- TLD
- .cn
- Type
- ccTLD
- Registration
- $25.00 / yr
- Renewal
- $25.00 / yr
- Transfer
- $25.00 / yr
- Domain Length
- 3–63 characters
- Registration Periods
- 1–10 years
- IDN Support
- Not supported
- Private Registration
- Not supported
- Public Requirements
- Additional registration requirements apply View requirements
- Time to Register
- 1 Week
- Trustee / Proxy Service
- Required without local presence - $18.93 / year
- Individuals Can Register
- Yes
- Businesses Can Register
- Yes
- Registry
- CNNIC
- Information Updated
- Reviewed - 2026-07-19
- IANA Record
- View the IANA record
- Official Registry Policy
- Read the official registry policy
Information reviewed against an official source · 2026-07-19.
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.cn Domain FAQ
Common questions before registering this domain name.
.cn domain names are available for 1-10 years.
The domain registration time frame for .cn during general availability is 1 Week.
.cn Domain Names must: have minimum of 3 and a maximum of 63 characters;begin with a letter or a number and end with a letter or a number;use the English character set and may contain letters (i.e., a-z, A-Z),numbers (i.e. 0-9) and dashes (-) or a combination of these;neither begin with, nor end with a dash;not contain a dash in the third and fourth positions (e.g. www.ab- -cd.cn); andnot include a space (e.g. www.ab cd.cn).
DNSSEC is not available for .cn domain. Domains that allow DNSSEC protect against counterfeit DNS data by providing origin authentication and integrity protection on that data. Get more information on its pros and cons.
SoxDomains provides Trustee Service for .cn extension . Trustee Service can help satisfy most local presence requirements when there are restrictions on registering a domain name. Yes Don't Have All of These Requirements for China .cn? Our trustee service provides the required local contact information. Note: Registration for 2 years may be required on some extensions.
No. At present the .cn domain zone does not provide means to hide the information of the domain owner. All or partial information (name, address, email, etc.) may be displayed in WHOIS.
Grace periods vary for country code Top Level Domains (ccTLD) including Internationalized Domain Names (IDN). Some registries require renewal up to 60 days in advance of the domain name expiration date. There may be a restore period between when the domain expires and when the domain can be registered again.
.cn helps businesses and organizations signal a real connection to China. It is a strong fit for local content, regional ecommerce, public information, professional services, and global brands building trust in that market.
Yes The domain name does not need to match the company name. If your DNS is located inside China, you must record the name with the MIIT ICP recording system and provide us with the Record Number. Trustee services can only be used alongside a domain hold. The domain will not resolve while using trustee.
Yes Organizations: (1) Full, color (if applicable) copy of Government-issued Business Registration certificate, matching EXACTLY with the Registrant company's FULL name as shown on the document provided. All edges must be visible. (2) Full, color copy of Government-issued photo ID, matching EXACTLY to the Registrant's FULL name as shown in the supplied ID. All edges must be visible. Individuals: Full color copy of Government-issued photo ID, matching EXACTLY to the Registrant's FULL name as shown in the supplied ID. All edges must be visible. Acceptable forms of ID: Chinese ID or Chinese Passport Modern Passport BOOK with English translation (Foreign ID or Foreign Passport Card is not accepted) Mainland travel permit for Hong Kong and Macao residents Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card Residence Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents Reside...
Yes Violating rights of third parties, names against moral, ethnic and government standards, and any other names contrary to to the laws of China are prohibited. For complete restrictions, see FAQs.
.cn suits organizations, professionals and projects connected with China or seeking a clear presence in that market.
Usually, yes. A transfer may require an authorization code, owner approval and continued compliance with the registry rules.
Yes. You can point DNS records to your website, email service, hosting platform or forwarding destination.
Search for the name you want, confirm availability and complete the order. If special requirements apply, SoxDomains can review them before submission.
Yes. After activation, you can configure supported records to connect websites, email and other services. Some registries impose special nameserver requirements.
No. Domain registration does not replace a trademark search or grant rights over another party's name. Check for potential conflicts before using it commercially.
Yes. We can help identify known requirements, documents and additional services before submitting the registration. Final approval always remains with the applicable registry.