.kpn Brand TLD
The .kpn top-level domain is a brand-specific domain operated by Koninklijke KPN N.V., the Dutch telecommunications company. It was created under ICANN’s new gTLD program to strengthen KPN’s digital identity and control over its online ecosystem.
Restricted to Koninklijke KPN N.V. and its authorized affiliates
.kpn Domain Overview
The .kpn extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Koninklijke KPN N.V.. .kpn was introduced in 2015. There are currently 58 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 48.3%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .kpn is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
What Is the History of .kpn?
The .kpn domain was applied for by Koninklijke KPN N.V. as part of ICANN’s New gTLD Program. It was delegated to the DNS Root Zone on December 15, 2015. OpenRegistry, a registry services provider, was selected to manage the backend operations with technical support from Sensirius.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .kpn are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .kpn Used For?
The .kpn TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate web presence
Customer service portals
Internal corporate platforms
Marketing campaigns
How Many .kpn Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
58
DNSSEC Adoption
48.3%
How Does .kpn Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .kpn |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 58 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 48.3% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Koninklijke KPN N.V. |
| Introduced | 2015-12-15 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Koninklijke KPN N.V. and its authorized affiliates |
How Available Are .kpn Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .kpn domains by character length. Currently 26 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
26
Peak Saturation
0.30%
2-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
96.2%
Top Provider
Amazon Route 53
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 2 | 0.30% | |
| 3 chars | 1 | 0.01% | |
| 4 chars | 4 | <0.01% | |
| 5 chars | 4 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 2 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 5 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 1 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 4 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 1 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 1 | <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 .kpn Domain?
Eligibility
Not available for public registration; restricted to Koninklijke KPN N.V. and its authorized subsidiaries or partners.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Koninklijke KPN N.V.. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .kpn 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
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .kpn 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.