.fm Domain Registrationfrom £163.06/yr
Why Choose a .fm Domain?
The .fm extension is the country-code domain for the Federated States of Micronesia, but it has been adopted globally as the de facto domain for radio stations, podcasts, and audio streaming platforms thanks to its association with FM radio. Major services like Last.fm and Anchor.fm helped cement its identity as the audio web's home. The registry is operated by FSM Telecommunications Corporation, and registrations are open to anyone, anywhere — no Micronesian connection required.
Ideal for:
- Internet and community radio stations
- Podcasters and podcast networks
- Music streaming and discovery platforms
- DJs, mix shows, and audio producers
- Audio-first media companies and audiobook services
Things to know:
- Unrestricted — anyone, anywhere can register a .fm domain.
- The registry classifies many short, dictionary, and category words as premium, with significantly higher annual registration and renewal fees that apply every year.
- It is a country-code TLD (ccTLD) for Micronesia, so it is not subject to ICANN's gTLD policies in the same way — registry terms and dispute procedures differ slightly.
- Registration terms are typically available from one to ten years.
Creative .fm Domain Ideas
- MorningDrive.fm — a daily commuter podcast or talk show
- VinylNights.fm — a curated streaming station for record collectors
- StudioB.fm — a recording studio's portfolio and booking site
- FieldRecordings.fm — an ambient and nature sound archive
- CodeCast.fm — a developer-focused podcast network
- LateShift.fm — a community radio show broadcasting after midnight
Frequently asked questions about .fm
Anyone, anywhere in the world can register a .fm domain. Although it is the country-code domain for the Federated States of Micronesia, the registry has no local presence or residency requirements. Individuals, businesses, broadcasters, and podcasters from any country can register one without needing to demonstrate any connection to Micronesia.
The .fm registry tiers a large number of short, common, and category-related names as premium domains. These carry higher registration fees that also apply at every renewal, not just the first year. Before registering, check the price returned by our search to see whether the name you want is standard or premium-tier.
You can register a .fm domain for one to ten years at a time. Many podcasters and broadcasters opt for longer terms to lock in pricing and reduce the risk of accidental expiry, since premium-tier .fm names can be costly to recover if they drop and are re-registered by someone else.
Yes. To transfer a .fm domain, unlock it at your current registrar, request the authorisation code, and start the transfer with us. The domain must be at least 60 days old and not within 60 days of a previous transfer. The transfer typically completes within five to seven days and adds a year to your registration.
After expiry the domain enters a renewal grace period during which you can usually renew at the standard price. After that it moves into a redemption phase with a much higher recovery fee, and finally it is released for public registration. We send renewal reminders in advance, and auto-renew is recommended for any domain you rely on.