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The .wales TLD is a geographic top-level domain specifically created for Wales and those with a connection to Wales. It was introduced to support local identity, promote Welsh businesses, and strengthen the global recognition of Wales through a trusted online space. It is operated by Nominet UK on a not-for-profit basis, with surplus funds reinvested into Welsh communities.
Open to anyone with a connection to Wales, including individuals, businesses, or organizations with a Welsh postal address or demonstrable affiliation to Wales.
The .wales extension is a geographic top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Nominet UK. .wales was introduced in 2014. There are currently 13,243 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 10.59 - 15.79. DNSSEC adoption stands at 2.0%.
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .wales domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun Cheapest | $10.59 | $10.59 | $10.59 |
| dynadot | $10.87 | $10.87 | $10.87 |
| resellerclub | $15.79 | $19.29 | $15.79 |
Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .wales domain was applied for by Nominet UK in 2012 as part of ICANN's new gTLD program. After receiving endorsement from the Welsh and UK governments, a Registry Agreement was signed on May 8, 2014. The domain was officially delegated to the DNS root zone on August 7, 2014. Nominet launched .wales alongside .cymru to serve both English- and Welsh-speaking communities, with plans to reinvest surplus revenue into Welsh community projects.
The .wales TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .wales TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
13,243
2.0%
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .wales |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 13,243 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 2.0% |
| Registration Price | USD 10.59 - 15.79 |
| Renewal Price | USD 10.59 - 19.29 |
| Registry Operator | Nominet UK |
| Introduced | 2014-08-07 |
| Restrictions | Open to anyone with a connection to Wales, including individuals, businesses, or organizations with a Welsh postal address or demonstrable affiliation to Wales. |
Registration density analysis for .wales domains by character length. Currently 9,413 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
9.4K
Peak Saturation
>99.9%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
2.3%
Top Provider
GoDaddy
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 36 | >99.9% | |
| 3 chars | 838 | 4.8% | |
| 4 chars | 859 | 0.19% | |
| 5 chars | 1,132 | 0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 944 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 1,018 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 972 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 968 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 980 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 881 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 785 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →Applicants must either have a validated postal address in Wales (from a predefined list of Welsh postcodes) or complete an EPP extension field demonstrating affiliation with Wales, such as cultural, business, or personal ties.
The .wales TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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