Classic alternative
Get a .net — the original alternative to .com.
One of the original generic TLDs from 1985. Historically used by network and infrastructure providers. Still a credible alternative when .com is taken and you want something that looks established.
$21.99/yr
Renews at the same price. No tricks.
Privacy free
Who picks .net?
- ISPs and network infrastructure
- Open-source projects
- When .com is taken and .io doesn't fit
What it signals
Established, technical, "we've been around." Best for ISPs, hosting companies, and network/infra services.
Pros
- Widely recognized — predates almost every other TLD.
- Lower price than .io / .ai.
- No registry restrictions.
Watch-outs
- Slightly dated feel — younger brands tend to pick .io or .co instead.
- Users still type .com first.
Examples of .net domains in the wild
php.net
speedtest.net
archive.net
sourceforge.net
cloudflare.net