When should you choose a .QUEBEC domain?
The .QUEBEC domain is designed for projects with a strong Quebec identity. It is particularly well suited for the following situations.
Quebec-based local businesses
The .QUEBEC domain allows businesses established in Quebec to strengthen their local image, demonstrate their connection to the region, and communicate directly with a Quebec audience.
Community or cultural organizations
Community organizations, associations, cultural institutions, or locally focused initiatives will find the .QUEBEC extension well aligned with their mission and the audiences they serve.
Quebec-focused projects
If your website, service, or digital project primarily targets an audience located in Quebec, using a .QUEBEC domain clearly signals this regional focus and helps improve local recognition.
The information below outlines the main technical characteristics of the .QUEBEC domain, as defined by the registry and applicable rules.
Technical characteristics of the .QUEBEC domain
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| TLD name | .QUEBEC |
| TLD type | Generic top-level domain (gTLD) |
| Registry | PointQuébec Inc. |
| Allowed length | 2 to 63 characters |
| Registration period | 1 to 10 years |
| Grace period | 35 days |
| Redemption period | 30 days (redemption period) |
| Allowed name servers | 2 to 12 |
| IDN support | Yes (includes certain French accented characters) |
| Domain transfer | Requires an authorization code; transfer period of approximately 5 days |
| Root server updates | Real-time |
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Rules and conditions for registering a .QUEBEC domain
The .QUEBEC domain is intended for individuals and organizations that can demonstrate a genuine connection to, or a reasonable interest in, the Quebec community, both at the time of registration and throughout the entire period during which the domain name is in use.
This connection to the Quebec community may be, but is not limited to, the following areas:
- linguistic
- cultural
- tourism-related
- commercial
Declaration of intended use
When registering a .QUEBEC domain, the registrant must also declare the intended purpose or context of use for the domain name. This declaration helps confirm that the planned use is consistent with the spirit and objectives of the .QUEBEC extension.
The registrant agrees to maintain this connection or legitimate interest in the Quebec community for as long as the domain name remains active.
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