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.de Domain: Germany ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.de is the country-code top-level domain for Germany.

Overview

One of the largest ccTLDs in the world, and the default for German businesses.

.de is run by DENIC. Its size reflects how strongly German users prefer their national extension over .com.

Who can register

Open to registrants worldwide. A holder outside Germany must, if DENIC asks, name an authorised representative in Germany to receive official or court documents. Check DENIC's current terms.

Before you buy a .de 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 .de name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.

Frequently asked questions

What country is .de?

.de is the country-code top-level domain for Germany.

Who runs the .de domain?

The .de registry is managed by DENIC eG.

Can I register a .de domain from another country?

Open to registrants worldwide. A holder outside Germany must, if DENIC asks, name an authorised representative in Germany to receive official or court documents. Check DENIC's current terms.

Does Google treat .de as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .de as a signal that a site targets Germany.

Compare and explore

Compare .de side by side with other extensions, or browse more in Europe:

Sources checked: www.ICANNWiki.org. Last reviewed October 2026.

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