.abudhabi geographic
.abudhabi is a geographic top-level domain created to represent the Emirate of Abu Dhabi online. It was designed to provide an authoritative digital space exclusively for government-affiliated entities, organizations registered in Abu Dhabi, and entities promoting the emirate’s culture, commerce, and institutions.
Restricted to organizations registered in Abu Dhabi and entities affiliated with the Government of Abu Dhabi
.abudhabi Domain Overview
The .abudhabi extension is a geographic top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Telecommunications Regulatory Authority UAE. .abudhabi was introduced in 2016. There are currently 1,821 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.1%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .abudhabi is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .abudhabi?
.abudhabi was delegated to the Root Zone by ICANN on April 5, 2016, under its new gTLD program. It was proposed by the Abu Dhabi Systems and Information Centre (ADSIC) to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s digital identity and support its vision as an international knowledge and economic hub. The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of the UAE provides the backend registry services.
Did you know?
The .abudhabi TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .abudhabi Used For?
The .abudhabi TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Government web presence
Cultural promotion
Local business branding
Institutional communication
Tourism and event websites
How Many .abudhabi Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
1,821
DNSSEC Adoption
0.1%
How Does .abudhabi Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .abudhabi |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 1,821 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.1% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Telecommunications Regulatory Authority UAE |
| Introduced | 2016-04-05 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to organizations registered in Abu Dhabi and entities affiliated with the Government of Abu Dhabi |
How Available Are .abudhabi Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .abudhabi domains by character length. Currently 685 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
685
Peak Saturation
0.47%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.1%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 1 | 0.15% | |
| 3 chars | 82 | 0.47% | |
| 4 chars | 76 | 0.02% | |
| 5 chars | 81 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 77 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 74 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 65 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 75 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 55 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 63 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 36 | <0.01% |
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .abudhabi Domain?
Eligibility
Domain registration is restricted to government entities, organizations officially registered in Abu Dhabi, and authorized representatives supporting the emirate’s digital presence.
Open Registration
The .abudhabi TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .abudhabi domains
- Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
- Complete the registration process and provide required information
- Pay the registration fee (typically )
- Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .abudhabi Data Compiled?
DNS Checker maintains a comprehensive TLD directory covering all 1,900+ active top-level domains. The data on this page combines multiple authoritative sources to provide information not found in standard TLD listings.
Zone File Analysis
Domain registration counts and density analysis are computed daily from TLD zone files, providing accurate registration statistics rather than estimates.
DNSSEC Adoption Tracking
DNSSEC deployment percentages are measured by scanning actual DNS records across all registered domains in each TLD zone.
Registrar Price Monitoring
Registration, renewal, and transfer prices are checked hourly across multiple accredited registrars and compared automatically.
Provider Market Share
DNS provider distribution is calculated from nameserver records, showing which hosting providers serve the most domains in each TLD.
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Disclaimer: The information on this page is sourced from IANA, ICANN, and respective registry operator publications, then structured and formatted with the assistance of AI. While accuracy is a priority, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.