.swiss gTLD
The .swiss top-level domain is a community-specific TLD reserved for individuals, legal entities, and public institutions with a bona fide presence in Switzerland. It was created to strengthen digital identity and trust for Swiss stakeholders online.
Restricted to individuals and organizations with a bona fide presence in Switzerland. Registration requires verification of local connection.
.swiss Domain Overview
The .swiss extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by CORE Association. .swiss was introduced in 2015. There are currently 45,619 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 9.7%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .swiss is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
What Is the History of .swiss?
The .swiss TLD was delegated to the Swiss Confederation in April 2015 under ICANN's New gTLD Program. The application was submitted by the Swiss government as a Community Priority Application, succeeding a competing brand application from Swiss International Air Lines, which was withdrawn after a GAC early warning. The registry is operated by CORE Association with oversight from the Federal Office of Communications (OFCOM).
Did you know?
The .swiss TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .swiss Used For?
The .swiss TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Government websites
Swiss businesses
Non-profits and educational institutions
Cultural organizations
Local tourism initiatives
Public services
Popular Websites
How Many .swiss Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
45,619
DNSSEC Adoption
9.7%
How Does .swiss Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .swiss |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 45,619 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 9.7% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | CORE Association |
| Introduced | 2015-04-16 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to individuals and organizations with a bona fide presence in Switzerland. Registration requires verification of local connection. |
How Available Are .swiss Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .swiss domains by character length. Currently 18,997 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
19.0K
Peak Saturation
9.6%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
19.7%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 12 | 1.8% | |
| 3 chars | 1,684 | 9.6% | |
| 4 chars | 1,727 | 0.38% | |
| 5 chars | 2,143 | 0.02% | |
| 6 chars | 2,679 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 2,599 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 2,428 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 1,956 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1,539 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 1,236 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 994 | <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 .swiss Domain?
Eligibility
Registrants must demonstrate a bona fide presence in Switzerland. This includes providing official documentation such as business registration, tax ID, or proof of institutional affiliation. Registration policies are enforced to ensure quality and legitimacy.
Open Registration
The .swiss TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .swiss 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
.swiss vs Related Domain Extensions
How does .swiss compare to similar top-level domains? This comparison covers pricing, type, and availability to help choose the right domain extension.
View the full TLD Directory to browse all 1,900+ top-level domains with pricing, registration density analysis, and DNSSEC adoption rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .swiss 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 .swiss 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.