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.ni ccTLD

The .ni domain is the country-code top-level domain for Nicaragua. Originally intended for entities connected with Nicaragua, it is now open for registration by anyone over the age of 18. It supports a structured hierarchy of second-level domains for different sectors such as commerce, education, government, and health.

Registry:Universidad Nacional del Ingeniería, División de Tecnologías de la Información
Introduced:1989-10-13
Updated:May 27, 2026
Restrictions:

Open for registration by anyone over 18 years of age; no residency requirement

.ni Domain Overview

The .ni extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Universidad Nacional del Ingeniería, División de Tecnologías de la Información. .ni was introduced in 1989.

Registration Info

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

Security Features

  • DNSSEC

What Is the History of .ni?

The .ni domain was delegated in October 1989 and is administered by the Universidad Nacional del Ingeniería (UNI) in Nicaragua. The domain was established under ICANN’s ccTLD framework and has since evolved to support secondary domains for specific sectors like education, government, and commerce.

Did you know?

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

What Is .ni Used For?

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

Local Nicaraguan businesses

Governmental and public institutions

Educational organizations

Healthcare providers

Non-profits and NGOs

International entities targeting Nicaraguan audiences

bancentro.com.ni
cooperativas.org.ni
gob.ni
redbna.org.ni
unikids.com.ni
edi.ni
cnoa.org.ni
fnc.ni
ssn.gob.ni
uni.edu.ni

How Do I Register a .ni Domain?

Eligibility

No residency or local presence required. Must be at least 18 years old.

Open Registration

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

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .ni 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How Is This .ni 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.

Use DNS Checker tools to inspect any .ni domain: run a full DNS health check, check DNS propagation, look up WHOIS records, or verify email authentication.

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.