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Frequently asked questions

  • 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  • The details registered about me/my company are incorrect or out of date.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.

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New step in development from IRMA to Yivi

Yivi website live

  • Wednesday 1 March 2023

IRMA, the identity wallet, becomes Yivi! IRMA is getting a new name, look and a revamped app, officially in early April. One of the first steps in the change process visible to the outside world is the new Yivi website. The site is the starting point for users of the Yivi app and also for companies and developers looking to deploy Yivi.

On the Yivi website, we explain the importance of being in control of your online data and how Yivi helps you do this. You will find information on how to download the app, what data you can add and which organisations you can already use Yivi at. Of course, we are still developing, so more features are in the pipeline. This website is also a starting point for companies and developers to get started with Yivi.

Yivi website

We are counting down to the Yivi app

We are working hard on the new Yivi app. It is already available in beta version. We are counting down to 4 April when the Yivi app will be available in various app stores. We will keep you posted!

Yivi-app