ccTLD

.ke domain information

The .ke domain is the official country code top-level domain for Kenya, supporting local identity and presence online.

DNSSEC Support: Yes IDN Support: No Updated: 2026-05-28

Introduction

The .ke domain is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Kenya, managed by the Kenya Network Information Center (KeNIC). It is designed for use by individuals, businesses, and organizations operating within Kenya. The .ke TLD allows for a local web presence and helps establish a connection to the Kenyan market. While registration is open to anyone, a local presence is encouraged, making it an ideal choice for Kenyan businesses and entities seeking to engage with their audience. The domain supports DNSSEC for enhanced security and offers WHOIS privacy protection to registrants. With a registration period ranging from 1 to 10 years, it provides flexibility for domain owners.

Target market

The .ke TLD is primarily aimed at individuals and organizations in Kenya.

Restrictions

Registration is open to anyone, but local presence is encouraged.

Intended use

The .ke domain is intended for use by Kenyan entities and individuals. It serves as a digital identity for businesses and organizations operating in Kenya.

Registration rules

• Domain names must be between 3 and 63 characters long.
• Allowed characters include letters, numbers, and hyphens.
• Certain names may be reserved or restricted.
• Local presence is encouraged for registrants.

Renewal policy

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Transfer policy

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Dispute resolution policy

UDRP

Typical users

Businesses, NGOs, government agencies, individuals

Registry url

https://www.kenic.or.ke/
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