The .IT domain extension is the official country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Italy.
It's commonly used by individuals, businesses, and organizations based in Italy or those wanting to associate their website with Italian culture and market.
The history of the .IT domain's origins
The .IT domain was introduced in 1987.
It is managed by the Italian Registry, which is operated by the Istituto di Informatica e Telematica (IIT) of the National Research Council (CNR) in Italy.
The domain was created to help Italian entities establish an online presence.
Who is it suitable for?
Italian Businesses: Companies based in Italy or targeting the Italian market.
Italian Individuals: Personal blogs or websites by people in Italy.
Italian Organizations: Non-profits, cultural organizations, and institutions in Italy.
Tourism Websites: Sites promoting travel and tourism in Italy.
Italian Products: E-commerce sites selling Italian goods.