Published: 17.09.2026
.com.ua is the most popular second-level commercial zone in Ukraine. It looks like a typical business address, is easy to register and is trusted by Ukrainian visitors. Here is what it is and when to choose it.
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A short history
The Ukrainian national domain .ua was delegated in the early 1990s. Over the years the zone received second-level areas: .com.ua for commerce, .org.ua for organisations, .net.ua for network services, as well as regional zones such as .kiev.ua or .lviv.ua. Because the plain .ua name requires a trademark, .com.ua became the practical choice for most businesses and individuals.
Who runs it
The registry of .ua and its public second-level zones is operated by the company Hostmaster, which works with accredited registrars. Domains are registered by registrars on behalf of customers, and the data is published according to the registry rules.
Rules in practice
- Registration of .com.ua is open to everyone, in Ukraine and abroad; no trademark certificate is needed.
- Names consist of letters, digits and hyphens.
- Registration is paid yearly and must be renewed on time, otherwise the name goes through the grace and redemption stages.
- Disputes over names that copy a registered trademark are solved under the registry rules.
Why choose .com.ua
- Local trust: Ukrainian customers recognise it as a business site.
- Availability: many short names are free in .com.ua when the same .com is taken.
- Fast launch: simple registration without extra documents.
- Good for local SEO: a national zone supports a country-focused project.
Tips
- Register the .com.ua name together with the shorter .ua or the .com variant if the brand is important.
- Use your own contact data and keep the e-mail up to date so that the registry reminders reach you.
- Set up DNS and an SSL certificate right after registration.
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreign company register .com.ua? Yes, residency is not required.
What is the difference between .ua and .com.ua? .ua is the top-level national zone with stricter rules; .com.ua is a commercial second-level zone that is easier to get.
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