E-COMMERCE DOMAIN REGISTRATION
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Your online store deserves a domain that says exactly what it is. Built for e-commerce, trusted by retailers worldwide — from just $12/year.
.STORE Domain Pricing
Built for online stores and e-commerce
| Extension | Best For | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| .store | Your online store deserves a domain that says exactly what it is | $12/yr | Register |
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Why Register Your .STORE Domain with Hostao?
E-Commerce Native
.STORE is purpose-built for online retail — customers know exactly what to expect before they even visit your site.
Keyword SEO Boost
Having 'store' in your domain gives you a natural advantage for shopping searches — Google recognizes the commercial intent.
Brand Clarity
yourbrand.store is clean, memorable, and immediately communicates your business model to every potential customer.
Shopify Ready
Works perfectly with Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, and all major e-commerce platforms — plug and play.
Customer Trust
Shoppers trust .STORE domains because the extension matches their intent — they came to shop, and your domain confirms it.
Affordable Launch
At $12/year, launch your online store without breaking the budget. Professional credibility at a fraction of premium .COM costs.
Frequently Asked Questions about .STORE Domains
Why should I use .STORE for my e-commerce business?
.STORE is the most intuitive domain extension for online retail. When customers see a .STORE domain, they immediately understand what to expect — an online store. This reduces friction, builds trust, and sets clear expectations before they even click. Combined with keyword relevance for shopping searches, .STORE gives e-commerce businesses a distinct advantage over generic domain extensions.
Will a .STORE domain hurt my SEO compared to .COM?
No. Google treats .STORE as a generic TLD (gTLD) with full global SEO weight — the same as .COM or .NET. In fact, having 'store' as part of your domain can actually help your SEO for commercial search queries, as Google recognizes the transactional intent behind the extension. Your rankings depend on your content, backlinks, and technical SEO, not your TLD choice.
Which e-commerce platforms work with .STORE domains?
.STORE domains work with every major e-commerce platform including Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Magento, Squarespace Commerce, Wix eCommerce, and PrestaShop. Simply point your domain's DNS to your hosting platform and your store is live. There are no platform-specific restrictions with .STORE domains.
Is .STORE better than .SHOP for my online store?
Both .STORE and .SHOP are excellent for e-commerce and serve similar purposes. .STORE tends to feel more established and permanent, while .SHOP has a slightly more informal, boutique feel. Many store owners choose based on name availability — if yourbrand.store is available but yourbrand.shop isn't (or vice versa), that often makes the decision. At $12/year, both are great value.
Can I use .STORE alongside my existing .COM domain?
Absolutely. Many e-commerce businesses register both yourbrand.com and yourbrand.store. You can redirect .STORE to your main .COM, or use it as your primary domain and redirect .COM to it. Having both protects your brand and ensures customers who type either extension land on your store.
What is the renewal price for .STORE domains?
.STORE domains renew at $12/year through Hostao — the same rate as registration. We include free DNS management, WHOIS privacy, and 24/7 support in every registration. Auto-renewal is available to ensure your store's domain never accidentally expires. At $12/year, protecting your e-commerce brand is one of the best investments you can make.