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The .nrw top-level domain is a geographic gTLD created to represent North Rhine-Westphalia, the most populous state in Germany. It was designed to give individuals, businesses, and organizations with ties to the region a recognizable and locally relevant online identity. While there are no strict residency requirements, the TLD is primarily intended for those connected to North Rhine-Westphalia, helping them promote local culture, commerce, and community online.
No formal residency or nexus requirements; intended for individuals and entities with a connection to North Rhine-Westphalia but open to global registration.
The .nrw extension is a geographic top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Minds + Machines GmbH. .nrw was introduced in 2014. There are currently 35,805 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 39.35 - 45.28. DNSSEC adoption stands at 6.8%.
Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .nrw domain registration and renewal prices across 2 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun Cheapest | $39.43 | $39.43 | $39.43 |
| dynadot | $45.28 | $45.28 | $45.28 |
Prices checked April 12, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .nrw domain was approved by ICANN in 2013 and delegated to Minds + Machines GmbH on May 29, 2014. It was proposed by Top Level Domain Holdings Ltd. on behalf of North Rhine-Westphalia, aiming to support regional identity online. Back-end services were subcontracted to Knipp Medien und Kommunikation GmbH, a provider based in the same region. In 2021, management was transferred to Minds + Machines after initial delegation.
The .nrw TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .nrw TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
35,805
6.8%
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .nrw |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 35,805 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 6.8% |
| Registration Price | USD 39.35 - 45.28 |
| Renewal Price | USD 39.35 - 45.28 |
| Registry Operator | Minds + Machines GmbH |
| Introduced | 2014-05-29 |
| Restrictions | No formal residency or nexus requirements; intended for individuals and entities with a connection to North Rhine-Westphalia but open to global registration. |
Registration density analysis for .nrw domains by character length. Currently 10,628 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
10.6K
Peak Saturation
8.9%
2-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
8.3%
Top Provider
GoDaddy
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 2 | 7.7% | |
| 2 chars | 60 | 8.9% | |
| 3 chars | 789 | 4.5% | |
| 4 chars | 825 | 0.18% | |
| 5 chars | 955 | 0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 1,128 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 1,249 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 1,228 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 1,136 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1,135 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 1,112 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 1,009 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →No formal requirements. Registration is open to anyone, but the TLD is intended for those with a connection to North Rhine-Westphalia.
The .nrw TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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