I am looking for a domain name registrant. Where can I look it up?
The Whois is an easy-to-use tool for checking the availability of a .nl domain name. If the domain name is already taken, you can see who has registered it.
On the page looking up a domain name you will find more information about what a domain name is, how the Whois works and how the privacy of personal data is protected. Alternatively, you can go straight to look for a domain name via the Whois.
I would like to transfer my domain name to another registrar. What is the procedure?
To get your domain name transferred, you need the token (unique ID number) for your domain name. Your existing registrar has the token and is obliged to give it to you within five days, if you ask for it. The procedure for changing your registrar is described on the page transferring your domain name.
The details registered about me/my company are incorrect or out of date. How can I get them updated?
To update the contact details associated with your domain name, you need to contact your registrar. Read more about updating contact details.
Why is my domain name in quarantine?
When a domain name is cancelled, we aren't told the reason, so we can't tell you. You'll need to ask your registrar. The advantage of quarantine is that, if a name's cancelled by mistake, you can always get it back.
One common reason is that the contract between you and your registrar says you've got to renew the registration every year. If you haven't set up automatic renewal and you don't renew manually, the registration will expire.
Ik heb een klacht over mijn provider/registrar. Kan ik daarvoor bij SIDN terecht?
Wanneer je een klacht hebt over of een geschil met je registrar dan zijn er verschillende mogelijkheden om tot een oplossing te komen. Hierover lees je meer op pagina klacht over registrar. SIDN heeft geen formele klachtenprocedure voor het behandelen van een klacht over jouw registrar.
What conditions do I have to meet as a registrar?
Would you like to be able to register domain names for customers or for your own organisation by dealing directly with SIDN? If so, you can become a .nl registrar. Read more about the conditions and how to apply for registrar status on the page becoming a registrar.
It'll soon be Code Week again! This year's week of initiatives designed to encourage pupils and teachers in primary and secondary schools to have a go at coding takes place from 10 to 17 October. And, as a taster, a new programming ABC is available now.
The new alphabet poster helps familiarise budding programmers with basic coding terminology. However, it isn't just for those with a fledgling interest in ICT. In the modern world, people in many lines of work have to deal with code and digital technologies. It's therefore increasingly important for everyone to have some basic digital knowledge and skills.
Download the free digital version the ABC of programming.
SIDN and Code Week
After becoming involved last year, SIDN is pleased to continue its association with Code Week. The Dutch business community has a strong interest in the Netherlands maintaining high levels of ICT and programming knowledge. In children being introduced to ICT early in life and getting to see what a fun subject it can be. In more people opting for a career in ICT. That is why SIDN is supporting Code Week.
Code Week
Dutch Code Week is part European Code Week, an initiative by European Commissioner Neelie Kroes (Digital Agenda) and her Young Advisors, in tandem with the European eSkills for Jobs campaign. In the Netherlands, Code Week is being organised by Kennisnet and ECP in association with the European Commission and a large number of companies and schools. Details of Dutch Code Week, including a full list of Code Week activities, are available at www.codeweek.nl.
