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.vlaanderen geographic

The .vlaanderen TLD is a geographic top-level domain representing Flanders, the Dutch-speaking northern region of Belgium. It was created to strengthen the digital identity of Flanders, enabling individuals, businesses, and public institutions to use domain names directly connected to the region. The TLD is open for registration by anyone worldwide, with no geographic or residency restrictions.

Registry:DNS.be vzw
Introduced:2014-06-12
Updated:Apr 29, 2026
Restrictions:

No restrictions — open for registration by anyone globally

.vlaanderen Domain Overview

The .vlaanderen extension is a geographic top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by DNS.be vzw. .vlaanderen was introduced in 2014. There are currently 6,647 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 22.3%.

Registration Info

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

Security Features

  • DNSSEC
  • CAA Record Support

What Is the History of .vlaanderen?

The .vlaanderen domain was applied for by DNS.be vzw in response to a request from the Flemish Government, which awarded DNS.be a 10-year contract to manage the TLD. After successful evaluation by ICANN, it was delegated to the root zone on June 12, 2014. The TLD underwent a Sunrise and Landrush phase before entering General Availability. It is one of several geographic gTLDs created under ICANN’s new gTLD program to represent regional identities online.

Did you know?

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

What Is .vlaanderen Used For?

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

Regional business branding

Local government websites

Cultural and tourism promotion

Educational institutions in Flanders

Local event hosting

Community organizations

vlaanderen.be
vlaanderen.vlaanderen
brussel.vlaanderen
tourism.vlaanderen
flemish.vlaanderen
antwerp.vlaanderen
bruges.vlaanderen
ghent.vlaanderen
leuven.vlaanderen
vlaanderen.org

How Many .vlaanderen Domains Are Registered?

Total Registrations

6,647

DNSSEC Adoption

22.3%

Alternative TLDs

If .vlaanderen doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:

How Does .vlaanderen Compare?

MetricValue
Extension.vlaanderen
TypeGeneric TLD (gTLD)
Total Registrations6,647
DNSSEC Adoption22.3%
Registration PriceContact registrar
Renewal PriceContact registrar
Registry OperatorDNS.be vzw
Introduced2014-06-12
RestrictionsNo restrictions — open for registration by anyone globally

How Available Are .vlaanderen Domain Names?

Registration density analysis for .vlaanderen domains by character length. Currently 3,630 domains are registered across all lengths.

Total Registered

3.6K

Peak Saturation

1.6%

3-char names

DNSSEC Adoption

27.9%

Top Provider

OVH

LengthRegistered% FullDensity
2 chars40.59%
3 chars2831.6%
4 chars3110.07%
5 chars326<0.01%
6 chars402<0.01%
7 chars406<0.01%
8 chars439<0.01%
9 chars399<0.01%
10 chars375<0.01%
11 chars369<0.01%
12 chars316<0.01%

Top DNS Providers

OVH119Cloudflare84Amazon Route 5344Gandi38Microsoft Azure DNS20

Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.

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How Do I Register a .vlaanderen Domain?

Eligibility

No registration requirements — available to anyone globally on a first-come, first-served basis

Open Registration

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

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .vlaanderen 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 .vlaanderen 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.

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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.