TLD directory

.de domain

ccTLDCountry

A .de domain costs about $4.99 to register and $8.99/year to renew. It is a ccTLD operated by DENIC. Registration requires: German admin contact required. Germany's ccTLD and one of the largest in the world by registrations.

Register
$4.99
first year
Renew
$8.99
per year
Transfer
$7.99
one-off

Prices are indicative (USD) from typical budget registrars and are reviewed periodically. First-year promos are excluded where possible because renewal is the cost that compounds. Always confirm live pricing at the registrar.

Registry
DENIC
Restrictions
German admin contact required
Type
ccTLD
Good for
German businesses, Local

.de domain FAQ

How much does a .de domain cost to renew?

A .de domain costs about $8.99 per year to renew (indicative pricing from a typical budget registrar). Renewal is the figure that matters most, because it recurs every year you keep the domain.

How much is a .de domain to register?

Registration is around $4.99 for the first year, which is lower than the $8.99 renewal. Budget for the renewal, not the promo.

Who runs the .de registry?

.de is operated by DENIC. It is a ccTLD (country-code TLD).

Are there restrictions on registering a .de domain?

Yes: German admin contact required. Check the requirement before you buy.

Is .de a good domain extension?

Germany's ccTLD and one of the largest in the world by registrations. It is a common choice for german businesses, local.

How much does it cost to transfer a .de domain?

Transferring a .de domain costs about $7.99, which usually adds a year to the registration.

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