The .eco top-level domain (TLD) is the ideal choice for websites committed to environmental causes. Trusted by prominent environmental groups, businesses, and brands worldwide, .eco shows your concern for the well-being of our planet.
For those thinking of registering a .eco domain, it's essential to understand the activation requirements set by the .eco Registry. After the successful registration process, a .eco domain will initially have "ServerHold" status. This means that your domain will temporarily not work in browsers, and any connected services will be inactive.
Take the following steps to activate the domain name and remove the "ServerHold" status:
1. Activate your .eco profile (account)
When your .eco domain name is registered, you will receive an email titled “Activate [yourdomain].eco” from the .eco registry (activate@profiles.eco) with instructions to activate your .eco profile.
Additional email reminders are sent in 1, 3, 7, 14, and 30 days after domain registration.
Hit the Activate button in the email, and then you’ll receive an email from the registry to confirm your .eco account is activated.
2. Complete profile information in the .eco account
The following information needs to be completed in the .eco profile:
Domain details and the organization type (if applicable)
Registrant's focus and/or sustainability actions
Registrant's location(s)
Comply with the .eco eligibility policy
The .eco pledge: pledge to support positive change for the planet and to be honest when sharing information on your environmental actions in accordance with the .eco profile policies
When the registry accepts the information, it will remove the “ServerHold” status and email you to inform you of the change. That will mean that your domain is ready to use.
If a .eco domain retains its "ServerHold" status for more than 12 months from the date of registration or activation, due to ECO Profile Policy Sanctions or for other reasons, the registry could potentially cancel it.
Please remember that it's important to comply with the .eco activation requirements to maintain the status and functionality of your .eco domain name.
If you have any questions, please contact our Support Team.