What Is .org?
The .org domain is one of the original top-level domains from 1985, initially intended for organizations that didn't fit into .com (commercial) or .net (network) — primarily nonprofits, open-source projects, and community organizations.
While .org is now open to anyone, it retains a strong association with trust, credibility, and public benefit. Organizations like Wikipedia (wikipedia.org), the Linux Foundation (linuxfoundation.org), and countless nonprofits use .org to signal their mission-driven nature.
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Why This Matters for Startups
If your startup is a nonprofit, open-source project, or social enterprise, .org is the natural choice. It immediately communicates mission over profit, which can help with fundraising, partnerships, and public trust. For commercial startups, .org is usually not the best fit — it may confuse customers about whether you're a for-profit business.
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