Chose your color

Frequently visited

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  • The details registered about me/my company are incorrect or out of date.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

More frequently asked questions

Registry services

Running a top-level domain is a complex business. And we've got the expertise!

A top-level domain is the last part of a domain name, e.g. .nl or .com. Many top-level domains are linked to countries. Others, such as .amsterdam and .kpn, exist to promote regions or brands.Do you have a top-level domain, or are you planning to set one up? Our registry services are what you need! We have all the expertise required to help you set up and run your own top-level domain.

Key features

What our registry services offer:

  • Support with all technical, legal and policy aspects

  • Deployment of the systems used to run .nl, one of the world's most secure networks

  • Access to our extensive distribution network made up of about 1,300 registrars

  • Thirty years of relevant experience at your disposal

Explanation video Registry services

How we deliver registry services

Expertise

If you get us to run your top-level domain, you'll have access to comprehensive expertise and resources through our backend registry services.

Systems and monitoring

Our systems satisfy all ICANN requirements. We'll also tailor a service package to your needs, with optional extras such as in-depth monitoring, ICANN consultancy and reporting.

Experience

And, regardless of the package you choose, you'll have unrivalled experience at your disposal.

Help with new brand-TLDs and geoTLDs

We're expecting a new TLD application window to open soon. That means a fresh opportunity to get a dedicated domain name extension for your brand, city or region. Get the full picture:

  • ccTLD (an extension for a country)

  • Brand-TLD (an extension for your own brand)

  • GeoTLD (an extension for your city or region)

How to obtain registry services

Registry services are obtained directly from SIDN. We'll be pleased to go over the options with you on a noncommittal basis.

Arrange a free consulation now

Collaboration CIRA and SIDN

The unique partnership between two of the world’s leading ccTLDs enables us to further strengthen one of the industry's registry platforms. We are doing so under the name Hello Registry. CIRA and SIDN are similar organizations in many ways with complementary values, priorities and objectives.By bundling expertise, development capacity and investment power, we’re advancing and solidifying the platform’s position as an industry leader for years to come.

Hello Registry logo
https://helloregistry.nl

Nuts and bolts

What can you expect from our registry services?

  • Comprehensive advice

    We'll advise on the technical, legal and policy aspects of setting up your own TLD.

  • Right here in house

    We have everything you need, right here in house: Support, ICT and R&D. That means short communication lines and rapid responses.

  • Reliable systems

    Your TLD will run on our systems, which meet the latest and highest operational and security standards.

Satisfied users

We run top-level domains for the City of Amsterdam, the Dutch police and Aruba.

Dot Amsterdam
Police
Setar

Learn more about our registry services

Want to know more about our registry services? Please contact:

Pim Pastoors

Pim Pastoors

Product Owner

+31 6 570 454 07

pim.pastoors@sidn.nl

This form needs javascript to work. Please enable javascript to continue.

Fields with * are required.

The form is being send. Please wait.