If .edu is superior TLD then why don't we use it?

Discussion in 'Domain Names' started by faizzsheikh, May 25, 2014.

  1. #1
    Hi...

    If .EDU is the most trusted by search engines why don't companies often use this extension?
    I understand that its meant for education, then why not most companies use it for their blog since the blog is meant to educate the customers/visitors.

    I hope you understand my point.

    Regards,
     
    faizzsheikh, May 25, 2014 IP
  2. mustcatchit

    mustcatchit Banned

    Messages:
    157
    Likes Received:
    5
    Best Answers:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    35
    #2
    Coz anyone can not register the .edu domain. You have to be a US Registered educational institute.

    Read this
    Eligibility for a .edu domain name is limited to U.S. postsecondary institutions that are institutionally accredited, i.e., the entire institution and not just particular programs, by agencies on the U.S. Department of Education’s list of Nationally Recognized Accrediting Agencies. These include both "Regional Institutional Accrediting Agencies" and "National Institutional and Specialized Accrediting Bodies" recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Note that institutional accreditation is required for .edu eligibility; program accreditation is not sufficient. Not all agencies accredit institutions. Some accredit only institutions, some accredit only programs, and others accredit both institutions and programs.
     
    mustcatchit, May 27, 2014 IP
  3. faizzsheikh

    faizzsheikh Active Member

    Messages:
    164
    Likes Received:
    6
    Best Answers:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    88
    #3
    Thanks for the answer
     
    faizzsheikh, Jun 2, 2014 IP