.NRW Domain
A geographic top-level domain (geoTLD) for the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia (Nordrhein-Westfalen).
Registry & Technical Information
Registry Information
Technical Details
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Registration Requirements:
Registrants must have a connection to North Rhine-Westphalia, such as residence, business presence, or cultural ties.
Additional Information
A generic top-level domain (gTLD) specifically created for entities associated with the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia.
NRW is the first German federal state to have its own top-level domain, reflecting the region's economic importance and digital innovation.
Frequently Asked Questions
A geographic top-level domain (geoTLD) for the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia (Nordrhein-Westfalen). The .NRW TLD is managed by Minds + Machines GmbH and was introduced in 2014.
Registration for .NRW domains has the following restrictions: Registrants must have a connection to North Rhine-Westphalia, such as residence, business presence, or cultural ties.
The average pricing for a .NRW domain is €30-€50. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.
WHOIS information for .NRW domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.nrw. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.nic.nrw/ for more structured data access.
Popular registrars that support .NRW domains include: United Domains, IONOS, Strato, and more. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.
The .NRW domain is a well-established gTLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.