.gt ccTLD
Guatemala
The .gt TLD is the country-code domain for Guatemala, managed by the Universidad del Valle de Guatemala. It is used by individuals, businesses, and institutions in Guatemala and is open for registration under specific second-level domains.
Registrations are permitted under specific second-level domains. Open subdomains include .com.gt, .org.gt, .net.gt, and .ind.gt. Closed subdomains (.edu.gt, .gob.gt, .mil.gt) require proof of affiliation to eligible institutions.
.gt Domain Overview
The .gt extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Universidad del Valle de Guatemala. .gt was introduced in 1992.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .gt is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
What Is the History of .gt?
The .gt domain was delegated on August 14, 1992, to the Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG). It has been actively used since then to represent Guatemalan entities online. The registry has expanded support for internationalized characters including accented letters such as á, é, í, ó, ú, ü, and ñ.
Did you know?
The .gt TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .gt Used For?
The .gt TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Local businesses in Guatemala
Educational institutions
Government agencies
Non-profit organizations
Individuals with Guatemalan affiliation
Popular Websites
How Do I Register a .gt Domain?
Eligibility
Open second-level domains (.com.gt, .org.gt, .net.gt, .ind.gt) require no special proof. Closed domains (.edu.gt, .gob.gt, .mil.gt) require official affiliation documentation approved by Guatemalan authorities.
Open Registration
The .gt TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .gt 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 .gt 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.