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Benefits
When you own a domain name with the .um extension you enjoy a unique standing that sets you apart from the usual .com .net and .org domains. With this rare extension your website can potentially spark curiosity drawing more traffic and brand recognition. Furthermore since .um domains are less common you have a higher chance of obtaining your desired domain name say without having to adjust or alternate it if your desired .com or .net domain is already taken. Lastly the creativity associated with .um can make your website more memorable aiding recall and return visits.
Facts
The .um domain extension originally designed for the United States Minor Outlying Islands has an interesting backstory despite its relatively unknown status. Unlike many other domain extensions .um was never actually used in any capacity even by the designated territory. This extension was eventually removed from the root zone in 2008 by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) effectively retiring the domain extension. As such the .um domain extension remains one of the few to have been officially removed from the internet's domain name system (DNS). The process known as "delegation removal" was unprecedented at the time and shed light on the policies governing domain extensions worldwide.
Summary
The .um domain extension was previously allocated to the United States Minor Outlying Islands. The domain was managed by the United States Department of Defense. However due to its very minimal usage the .um domain extension was officially retired in 2007. Currently no active websites use this domain extension and it is unavailable to be registered or renewed.
Uses
The .um domain extension was originally dedicated to the U.S. Minor Outlying Islands which include islands such as Midway Wake Island and others. This domain extension could have been utilized by businesses or individuals residing in or doing business in these regions to identify their location geographically. However as of January 2007 this domain extension was removed by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) making it no longer available for use. Therefore there are currently no use cases for the .um domain extension.
FAQ
What is a .um domain name? - A .um domain name was a country code top-level domain (ccTLD) given to the United States Minor Outlying Islands. It was managed by the United States government through the U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration. However as of January 2008 this domain name is no longer in use. - Why should I use a .um extension? - The .um domain name extension is officially assigned to the United States Minor Outlying Islands a collection of territories under the United States' jurisdiction. If your business or website is directly associated with these territories employing the .um domain can make it regionally identifiable. However as of January 2007 this domain is not actively available or in use. - Who is able to buy a .um domain name? - As of April 20 2007 the .um domain (United States Minor Outlying Islands) has been retired and is no longer available for registration by anyone. Therefore currently no one has the ability to buy a .um domain name. The domain was retired due to its low usage and the cost associated with its administration. - Where can I buy a .um domain name? - A .um domain name can be purchased from any of the providers in the <a href="#registrars">Registrars list</a>. -