.frl gTLD
.frl is a generic top-level domain created to serve the Frisian community — including people in Friesland, Frisians living elsewhere in the Netherlands or Germany, and those living abroad who wish to connect with Frisian culture and heritage. It supports Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs) to accommodate the Frisian language’s special characters, such as â, û, and î, enabling domain names like fryslân.frl.
Open to anyone worldwide; no residency or geographic requirements for registration
.frl Domain Overview
The .frl extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by FRLregistry B.V.. .frl was introduced in 2014. There are currently 13,308 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 25.8%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .frl is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .frl?
.frl was applied for under ICANN's New gTLD Program by Metaregistrar as a geographic TLD, but ICANN's Geographic Names Panel determined it did not meet strict geographic criteria. Despite this, the application was approved as a generic TLD and delegated to the DNS root zone on August 30, 2014. The registry is operated by FRLregistry B.V., a Dutch organization focused on promoting Frisian identity online.
Did you know?
The .frl TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .frl Used For?
The .frl TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Cultural identity and heritage
Local business representation in Friesland
IDN domain support for Frisian language
International Frisian community connection
Marketing campaigns targeting Frisian-speaking audiences
How Many .frl Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
13,308
DNSSEC Adoption
25.8%
How Does .frl Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .frl |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 13,308 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 25.8% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | FRLregistry B.V. |
| Introduced | 2014-08-30 |
| Restrictions | Open to anyone worldwide; no residency or geographic requirements for registration |
How Available Are .frl Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .frl domains by character length. Currently 7,479 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
7.5K
Peak Saturation
2.9%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
33.1%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 7 | 1.0% | |
| 3 chars | 502 | 2.9% | |
| 4 chars | 617 | 0.14% | |
| 5 chars | 706 | 0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 923 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 953 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 860 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 850 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 799 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 723 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 539 | <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 .frl Domain?
Eligibility
No restrictions. Open to any individual or organization through ICANN-accredited registrars.
Open Registration
The .frl TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .frl 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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How Is This .frl Data Compiled?
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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.