Who can buy a .nl domain name?
Anyone can register a .nl domain. There are no restrictions in place, and it is not necessary to be a Dutch citizen or to reside in the Netherlands.
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What are
.NL
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.nl is the country-code top-level domain (TLD) for the Netherlands. With over 6 million registrations in total, it is a popular and recognizable choice among Dutch businesses, organizations and individuals.
Where did the .nl domain come from?
The .nl domain extension was introduced to the Internet in 1986. It is one of the most popular ccTLDs in the world, with many Dutch businesses opting for .nl, rather than for a generic .com or .net domain.
What is the purpose of the .nl domain name?
The .nl domain is an excellent choice for Dutch businesses and individuals. One of the advantages of using this extension is that it helps establish a local presence for your website in the Netherlands. This can also help you increase trust and credibility among Dutch visitors and consumers. Additionally, using a .nl domain can help improve your local search engine rankings.
.NL domain features:
DNS Management
DNSSEC
Whois Privacy Protection
Domain Forwarding
Domain Lock
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FAQ about .nl domains
For how many years can you register a .nl domain?
You can only register a .nl domain for an initial period of one year. After this year has passed, you will need to renew your domain. It is not possible to register this domain for multiple years in advance.
How can I check if the domain I want is available?
Simply use the domain search bar at the top of this page and enter the name of your choice. A new window will open, and you will immediately see if the name you want is still free. If the name of your choice is not available, our system will automatically show you some options that are still free instead.
Can I hide my contact details for my domain, so they are not shown in the Whois database?
Yes, this is possible for this extension. You can enable this option when you purchase a domain through the Openprovider control panel.
How can I renew my domain?
You can easily renew your domain through the Openprovider control panel. You will receive multiple reminders by email when your domain is due to be renewed. Another option is to turn on the auto-renew feature in the control panel, which ensures that your domain is automatically renewed as long as you have sufficient balance on your account.
What is the registration policy of .nl?
.nl domain names should be between 2-63 characters in length. They may contain letters (a-z), numbers (0-9) and hyphens. Internationalized domain names are not supported.
What is the renewal policy of .nl?
Your .nl domain will be renewed automatically if you have the auto-renew feature turned on and if you have enough balance in your account. If your domain is expired, you have 38 days to restore your domain at an additional fee before it is deleted.