.kr ccTLD
Korea
The .kr top-level domain is the country-code domain for the Republic of Korea (South Korea). It is managed by the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA) and is primarily used by individuals, businesses, and organizations with a physical presence in South Korea. Registrations are available at the second level (e.g., example.kr) or under restricted second-level domains for specific entities such as commercial companies (.co.kr), government agencies (.go.kr), educational institutions (.ac.kr), and individuals (.pe.kr).
Registrants must have a postal address within the Republic of Korea. Different second-level domains have additional restrictions based on entity type (e.g., .go.kr is for Korean governmental authorities, .ac.kr for accredited educational institutions).
.kr Domain Overview
The .kr extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA). .kr was introduced in 1986.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .kr is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .kr?
The .kr domain was delegated on September 29, 1986, making it one of the earliest country-code top-level domains. It has been managed since its inception by the Korea Network Information Center (KRNIC), which became part of the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA) in 2014. The domain supports both Latin and Hangeul (Korean script) characters, reflecting South Korea's digital identity.
Did you know?
The .kr TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .kr Used For?
The .kr TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Local business websites
Government services
Educational institutions
Non-profit organizations
Individual online presence
Region-specific websites (e.g., seoul.kr, busan.kr)
Popular Websites
How Do I Register a .kr Domain?
Eligibility
Registrants must provide proof of a physical address in South Korea. Second-level domains require further qualification: government entities for .go.kr, educational institutions for .ac.kr, individuals for .pe.kr, etc. Domain names must comply with character rules (letters, numbers, hyphens; no leading/trailing hyphens; no consecutive hyphens in positions 3–4).
Open Registration
The .kr TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .kr 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 .kr Data Compiled?
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Zone File Analysis
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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.