.edu TLD
The .edu domain is a top-level domain (TLD) used primarily by educational institutions in the United States. It is reserved for post-secondary educational institutions that are institutionally accredited by an agency on the U.S. Department of Education's list of Nationally Recognized Accrediting Agencies.
Basic Information
TLD:
.edu
Name:
.EDU
Type:
gTLD
Status:
Active
Registry & Operations
Registry Operator:
EDUCAUSE
Pricing Information
Currency:
USD
Registration Features
IDN Support:
No
Public Registration:
✗ Restricted
Server Information
WHOIS Server:
whois.educause.edu
RDAP Server:
https://rdap.educause.edu/
Registration Requirements
Limited to accredited, post-secondary educational institutions in the United States.
Restrictions
Limited to accredited, post-secondary educational institutions in the United States.
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Last Updated
May 17, 2026