.hu ccTLD
.hu is the country-code top-level domain for Hungary, managed by the Council of Hungarian Internet Providers (CHIP). Originally delegated in 1990, it is available to individuals and organizations worldwide, though registrants must have a Hungarian postal address or qualify under specific EU/EEA and neighboring country eligibility criteria.
Registrants must have a Hungarian postal address, or be a natural person from an EU, EEA, EFTA country or a neighboring nation of Hungary, or a legal entity established in those regions. Trademark holders with Hungarian protection may also register.
.hu Domain Overview
The .hu extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Council of Hungarian Internet Providers (CHIP). .hu was introduced in 1990.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .hu is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .hu?
The .hu domain was delegated on November 7, 1990, making it one of the earliest ccTLDs. It has been managed since its inception by the Council of Hungarian Internet Providers (CHIP), which oversees registration policies and technical infrastructure. The domain is widely used by Hungarian businesses, organizations, and individuals, and supports IDN domains using Hungarian accented characters.
Did you know?
The .hu TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .hu Used For?
The .hu TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Local business websites
E-commerce
News and media
Educational institutions
Personal blogs
Non-profits
Event sites
Travel and tourism
Legal and professional services
Online communities
Popular Websites
How Do I Register a .hu Domain?
Eligibility
Registrants must provide a Hungarian postal address, or qualify as a natural person from the EU, EEA, EFTA, or a bordering country. Legal entities must be established in those regions or hold a valid Hungarian trademark.
Open Registration
The .hu TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .hu 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
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.