The .eu domain is the top-level domain for the European Union, providing a distinct European identity for entities within the EU and EEA. Introduced in 2006, it is managed by EURid and supports DNSSEC and IDNs.
The .eu domain is a country code top-level domain (ccTLD) that represents the European Union. Managed by EURid, it provides a unique European identity for businesses, organizations, and individuals located within the EU and EEA. Since its launch in 2006, the .eu domain has become a popular choice for those looking to establish a strong online presence in Europe. It supports DNSSEC for enhanced security and offers WHOIS privacy protection for individual registrants. The domain is available for registration in multiple languages, supporting Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs), which allows for the inclusion of non-ASCII characters. The .eu domain is an ideal choice for those who wish to highlight their European connection in the digital space.
The target market for the .eu domain primarily includes individuals, businesses, and organizations within the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA).
Registrants must be located within the EU or EEA.
EURid
The .eu top-level domain was officially introduced on April 7, 2006.
The European Commission
The .eu domain is intended for entities connected with the European Union, providing a pan-European identity for businesses and individuals.
The domain is geographically restricted to entities located within the EU and EEA.
The registration period for a .eu domain can range from 1 to 10 years.
Domains must be renewed before their expiration date to avoid deletion. Renewal can be done annually or for multiple years.
Domain transfers are allowed and require an authorization code. Transfers typically extend the registration period by one year.
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Yes, WHOIS privacy protection is available for individuals.
Pricing varies by registrar, but typically registration and renewal fees are competitive with other top-level domains.
The .eu domain follows the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) procedure, which is similar to the UDRP but tailored for .eu domains.
1. Domain names must be between 2 and 63 characters long. 2. Only letters, numbers, and hyphens are allowed. Hyphens cannot be at the start or end of the domain name.
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As of 2023, there are over 3.7 million registered .eu domains, making it one of the most popular country code top-level domains (ccTLDs) in Europe.
Typical users include European businesses, organizations, and individuals seeking to emphasize their connection to the EU.
https://eurid.eu
Various registrars offer .eu domains, including GoDaddy, Namecheap, and 1&1 IONOS.