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.mk ccTLD

The .mk top-level domain is the official country-code domain for North Macedonia. Originally introduced in 1993, it is managed by the Macedonian Academic Research Network (MARNET) and is available for registration by individuals and legal entities without restrictions. It supports a structured second-level domain system for different sectors including government, education, commercial, and non-profit organizations.

Registry:Macedonian Academic Research Network Skopje
Introduced:1993-09-23
Updated:May 26, 2026
Restrictions:

No restrictions; open to individuals and legal entities globally.

.mk Domain Overview

The .mk extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Macedonian Academic Research Network Skopje. .mk was introduced in 1993.

Registration Info

Registration pricing for .mk is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.

Security Features

  • DNSSEC

What Is the History of .mk?

The .mk domain was delegated to the Macedonian Academic Research Network (MARNET) in 1993 as the country-code top-level domain for North Macedonia. In 2014, MARNET was also delegated the IDN domain .мкд to represent the country in Cyrillic script, reflecting official naming changes in alignment with international recognition.

Did you know?

The .mk TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.

What Is .mk Used For?

The .mk TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:

Government and public institutions

Educational and research institutions

Local businesses and entrepreneurs

Non-profit organizations

International entities targeting North Macedonia

gov.mk
edu.mk
inf.mk
org.mk
marnet.mk
finki.ukim.mk
pst.gov.mk
www.mak.gov.mk
unik.mk
nbv.mk

How Do I Register a .mk Domain?

Eligibility

No special eligibility requirements. Registration is open to individuals and organizations without geographic restrictions.

Open Registration

The .mk TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .mk domains
  2. Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
  3. Complete the registration process and provide required information
  4. Pay the registration fee (typically )
  5. Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel

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How Is This .mk 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.