.EU Domain Extension

The .EU domain is the official top-level domain of the European Union. It was created to represent a shared European identity, build consumer trust, and support projects with a European or cross-border scope.

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When should you choose a .EU domain?

The .EU domain is especially relevant when the European dimension is a key part of the project.

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Businesses and brands operating in Europe

Ideal for companies active in multiple European Union countries, pan-European brands, or organizations seeking a neutral and unifying identity.

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Institutions, associations, and European projects

Widely used by organizations, associations, collaborative projects, and initiatives funded or supported at the European level, .EU conveys credibility and legitimacy.

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Multilingual websites and international audiences

.EU is perfectly suited for websites offering content in multiple languages and targeting a diverse European audience, without being tied to a single country.

Technical characteristics of the .EU domain

FeatureDetails
TLD name.EU
TLD typeRegional top-level domain (rTLD)
RegistryEURid vzw
Registration period1 to 10 years
Grace period1 day
Redemption period40 days
Allowed name servers1 to 9
IDN supportYes (Latin, Greek, and Cyrillic alphabets)
Domain transferAuthorization code required; 5-day transfer period
Root server updatesReal-time

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