Cloudflare Registrar

Cloudflare Registrar offers domain registration and management at wholesale cost – you pay only what registries and ICANN charge, with no markup or hidden fees. This transparent pricing model eliminates the surprise renewal fees and add-on costs that plague traditional domain registrars.

Supporting over 390 top-level domains (TLDs) including .com, .net, .org, and hundreds more, Cloudflare Registrar combines fair pricing with enterprise-grade security features and seamless integration with Cloudflare's global network.

At-Cost Domain Pricing

Unlike traditional registrars that mark up registry fees by 20-30% or more, Cloudflare Registrar operates on a cost-recovery model. You pay exactly what Cloudflare pays the registries – no more, no less.

Pricing benefits include:

• Zero markup – Pay only registry + ICANN fees
• Transparent pricing – See exact costs before registration
• No surprise renewals – Renewal prices match registration prices
• No hidden fees – What you see is what you pay
• No upsells – Security features included, not sold separately

Example savings: A .com domain typically costs $8.57/year through Cloudflare (registry cost), while traditional registrars charge $12-15+ with inflated renewal fees.

Built-In Security Features

Every domain registered with Cloudflare Registrar automatically includes security features that other registrars charge extra for or don't offer at all.

Security includes:

• Free WHOIS privacy – Included automatically, not an add-on
• Universal DNSSEC – One-click protection against DNS attacks
• Registry lock – Prevent unauthorized transfers
• Two-factor authentication – Secure account access
• Out-of-band authentication – Advanced verification for sensitive changes
• Domain hijacking protection – High-touch verification for important domains

Custom Domain Protection

For high-profile or mission-critical domains, Cloudflare offers Custom Domain Protection – an advanced security tier that adds additional verification layers and protection mechanisms.

Custom protection features:

• Registry lock with custom authorization – Multiple approval steps for changes
• Dedicated security team – Manual verification for all modifications
• Out-of-band authentication – Phone or video verification required
• Change monitoring – Real-time alerts for any domain modifications
• Rapid response – Priority support for security incidents

Seamless Cloudflare Integration

Domains registered with Cloudflare Registrar automatically benefit from deep integration with Cloudflare's global network and services.

Integration benefits include:

• Automatic DNS setup – Cloudflare DNS configured by default
• Instant SSL/TLS – Free universal certificates
• CDN access – Performance acceleration included
• DDoS protection – Unlimited mitigation at no extra cost
• One dashboard – Manage domains, DNS, security, and performance together

Domain Transfer Process

Cloudflare makes it simple to transfer existing domains from other registrars. The transfer process is streamlined with clear step-by-step guidance and typically completes within 5-7 days.

Transfer process includes:

• Bulk transfers – Move multiple domains at once
• Automatic renewal – Transfer adds one year to domain life
• Zero downtime – DNS continues working during transfer
• Auth code management – Simple authorization process
• Status tracking – Monitor transfer progress in dashboard

Domain Management Features

Cloudflare Registrar provides comprehensive domain management capabilities through both an intuitive dashboard and full-featured API.

Management features include:

• Auto-renewal – Never lose your domain accidentally
• Bulk management – Manage hundreds of domains efficiently
• Contact updates – Easy WHOIS contact modifications
• Nameserver control – Use any nameservers (though Cloudflare DNS recommended)
• Grace period protection – Extended recovery window for expired domains
• Email notifications – Alerts for renewals, expirations, and changes
• Full API access – Automate registration and management

Wide TLD Support

Cloudflare Registrar supports over 390 top-level domains, covering the most popular TLDs plus hundreds of specialty and country-code domains.

Supported TLDs include:

• Generic TLDs – .com, .net, .org, .info, .biz, and more
• Country-code TLDs – .uk, .eu, .de, .ca, .au, .co, and many others
• New gTLDs – .app, .dev, .cloud, .tech, .io, and hundreds more
• Specialty TLDs – Industry and interest-specific extensions

Pricing varies by TLD based on registry costs, with all pricing clearly displayed before purchase. See the full TLD list and pricing on Cloudflare's website.

Support & Documentation

Cloudflare Registrar includes comprehensive documentation, community support, and access to Cloudflare's support team based on your plan level.

Support includes:

• Detailed documentation – Step-by-step guides for all features
• Community forums – Active user community
• Email support – Available for all users
• Priority support – Faster response times on paid plans
• Enterprise support – Dedicated account team for large portfolios

Eligibility Requirements

Cloudflare Registrar is available to all Cloudflare users, though there are some requirements:

• Active Cloudflare account – Free account sufficient
• Domain on Cloudflare – Must use Cloudflare nameservers
• Account age – 60-day minimum (for new accounts)
• Payment method – Credit card required

Whether you're registering your first domain or managing a portfolio of thousands, Cloudflare Registrar offers fair pricing, robust security, and seamless integration that traditional registrars simply can't match.