.ht ccTLD
.ht is the country-code top-level domain for Haiti, administered by the Consortium FDS/RDDH. It is open for registration by individuals and organizations worldwide, with specific second-level categories guiding usage based on entity type, such as commercial, educational, or personal use.
While open to global registrants, domain names must comply with Haitian law and prohibitions on terms related to public order, international organizations, Haiti’s geographic names, and regulated professions. Names must use only A-Z, 0-9, and hyphen; no accented characters or leading/trailing hyphens are allowed.
.ht Domain Overview
The .ht extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Consortium FDS/RDDH. .ht was introduced in 1997.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .ht is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .ht?
.ht was delegated to the Consortium FDS/RDDH on March 6, 1997. It was re-delegated under ICANN oversight in 2004, reinforcing its role as Haiti's official country-code domain. The registry maintains strict naming policies to preserve cultural integrity and administrative order within the namespace.
Did you know?
The .ht TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .ht Used For?
The .ht TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Haitian businesses establishing local web presence
Educational institutions (e.g., .edu.ht)
Non-profit and NGO activities (e.g., .org.ht)
Personal websites (e.g., .perso.ht)
Government entities (e.g., .gouv.ht)
Online retail through .shop.ht
Professional services via .pro.ht
Healthcare providers using .med.ht
Popular Websites
How Do I Register a .ht Domain?
Eligibility
Domain names must be 1–63 characters per label, use only allowed characters (A-Z, 0-9, hyphen), not start/end with hyphens, and avoid prohibited terms including 'Haiti', government names, international organization names, and culturally significant terms without justification.
Open Registration
The .ht TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .ht 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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Zone File Analysis
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DNSSEC Adoption Tracking
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Provider Market Share
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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.