.sh domains

The .sh domain is the country-code extension for Saint Helena, a remote island in the South Atlantic, but it is registered and used globally. Its two letters are read many ways: as the initials of a name, as the Unix shell (sh), or as part of a memorable word ending. That flexibility, combined with open worldwide registration and no local-presence requirement, has made .sh popular with developers, personal brands, and projects that want a short, distinctive address. It is managed by the same registry family as .io and .ac, with standard registration terms. For a technical project or an individual who wants a concise, slightly unconventional domain that still reads cleanly, .sh offers a short name with room for wordplay.

.sh domain details

Type	Country Code Top-Level Domain
Registry	Identity Digital
Registration	$45.00/yr
Renewal	$45.00/yr
WHOIS privacy	Free
DNSSEC	Supported
Registration period	1 to 10 years

Register .sh domains with an AI agent

OSIR is an AI-native registrar. Every .sh domain can be registered, renewed, and managed through natural language using Claude, ChatGPT, or any agent that supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

Frequently asked questions

How do I register a .sh domain?: Search for the .sh name you want, confirm it is available, and complete checkout - or ask an MCP-compatible AI assistant to do it for you. Registration through OSIR starts at $45.00/yr and includes free WHOIS privacy, DNSSEC, and anycast DNS.
Can I register a .sh domain with Claude or ChatGPT?: Yes. OSIR supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP) with 82 tools, so any MCP-compatible AI assistant - including Claude Desktop, Cursor, and Copilot - can search, register, and manage .sh domains on your behalf.
What is included with a .sh domain registration?: Every .sh domain registered through OSIR includes anycast DNS, DNSSEC support, free WHOIS privacy protection, registrar lock, and full API and MCP access. Registration starts at $45.00/yr.
How much does it cost to renew a .sh domain?: .sh renewal is $45.00/yr through OSIR. Prices include ICANN fees and a 3% or $0.30 processing fee (whichever is greater). There are no hidden fees.