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  • The details registered about me/my company are incorrect or out of date.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

More frequently asked questions

Looking up a domain name

What is a domain name and what rules apply? To check whether a domain name's available, use the Whois. If a domain name's already in use, the Whois will give details.

Registering a domain name

You register a domain name through a registrar. Read how you do that and what you should consider, e.g. securing your domain name.

Updating your registration

If your registration needs updating, you do that through your registrar. Use the links for details of the different types of update.

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Secure your domain name

  • .nl Control

    With .nl Control, you have extra control over your domain name. No important changes can be made without first being approved by you or your agent.

    Read more about .nl Control

    Read more .nl Control

  • SIDN BrandGuard

    Do you have a strong brand or a valuable web shop or portal with (personal) data? Then take a look at the protection that SIDN BrandGuard offers for your brand and your online reputation.

    Read more about SIDN BrandGuard

    Read more SIDN BrandGuard

Your own domain for your brand, city or region?

Amsterdam (.amsterdam), Berlin (.berlin), Catalonia (.cat) and Friesland (.frl) already have their own domain name extension for their city or region. And major brands such as BMW, Philips & Wolters Kluwer are also ahead of you. From 2021 we expect that it will be possible to apply for a so-called geo-TLD or brand-TLD. SIDN will be happy to help you with the application and to run your TLD.

  • What can a geoTLD do for you?

    GeoTLD is your city of region own's domain. What can a geoTLD do for your city or region? Think about the extra special vibe that is will give your city of region or the opportunities for better service profiling. A geoTLD also creates a strong bond between the user and your region or city.

    More about your own geoTLD

    Read more What can a geoTLD do for you?

  • What can a brand-TLD do for you?

    A brandTLD is a domain extension that matches your brand name or trading name. A big advantage is increased brand awareness and the possibilities for short, catchy and memorable internet addresses. You also can prevent abuse better based on use of your brand TLD by default.

    More about your own brandTLD

    Read more What can a brand-TLD do for you?

Zelf registrar worden

Wil je zelf je domeinnamen registreren dan kun je registrar worden bij SIDN.

What are the benefits?

  • You can register domain names with us directly.

  • You can use the Whois more often and you can get more detailed information from it.

  • You will be invited to useful and enjoyable events.

  • Access to our SIDN Academy, educational materials on technical applications.

However, there are conditions and costs involved. Read all information about becoming a registrar

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