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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  • The details registered about me/my company are incorrect or out of date.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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Registering a .nl domain name for your business

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Welcome! If you're starting a business, we'll help you register a .nl domain name quickly and easily.

Why opt for a .nl domain name? What makes a good business domain name? How can you make sure your domain name's unique? Where can we register our domain name?

Step 1: Looking up your domain name

Got a .nl domain name in mind for your business? Want to know whether it's free? Simply type the name into the search bar at the top of the page. You'll see straight away whether the name is still available to register. If it's not, the tool will suggest other domain names that are still free. Need help choosing a name? Read our advice on what makes a good business domain name.

Step 2: Registering your domain name

You can register your domain name through your registrar (hosting service provider). Not got a registrar yet? Go to Finding a registrar for advice on how to choose, then pick the one that's right for you. 

Why opt for a .nl domain name?

  • 80 per cent of Dutch internet users prefer to buy from .nl webshops

  • A .nl domain name makes you easier to find in the Netherlands

  • You can register a .nl domain name through any one of 1200-plus registrars

Tip!

Has someone else already registered the domain name matching your business name? See what your options are: read about our dispute resolution system.

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