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.az Domain: Azerbaijan ccTLD Guide
.az is the country-code top-level domain for Azerbaijan.
Overview
.az is the country-code top-level domain for Azerbaijan, in Asia. It is managed by IntraNS.
Registrar rules list no local presence requirement for individuals or companies; names must respect third-party rights and local cultural values.
Who can register
Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.
Second-level endings: Also .com.az, .net.az, .org.az, .gov.az, .edu.az and others.
Rules and prices change. This summary is general information, not legal advice: confirm the current policy with the registry before you buy. The official record for .az is in the IANA root zone database.
Before you buy a .az name
- Check the renewal price as well as the first-year price. Our cost calculator shows what a name really costs over time.
- Make sure you meet the eligibility rules yourself, without relying on a trustee if you can avoid it.
- Search for trademarks and for the same name in .com.
- Say the name out loud: will people type it correctly?
Weighing up a specific .az name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.
Frequently asked questions
What country is .az?
.az is the country-code top-level domain for Azerbaijan.
Who runs the .az domain?
The .az registry is managed by IntraNS.
Can I register a .az domain from another country?
Generally yes. .az is open to registrants worldwide through accredited registrars. Check the registry's current terms before you buy.
Does Google treat .az as a country domain?
Yes. Google normally treats .az as a signal that a site targets Azerbaijan.
Compare and explore
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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org · portal.domgate.com · www.iana.org. Last reviewed October 2026.
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