.ລາວ ccTLD
.xn--q7ce6a — Lao
The .ລາວ top-level domain is the internationalized country-code domain for the Lao People's Democratic Republic, written in the Lao script. It serves as the native-language online identity for Laos, complementing the ASCII-based .la domain. This TLD enables Lao-speaking users and organizations to register domain names using their native script.
Restricted to entities with a connection to the Lao People's Democratic Republic; registration requirements are set by LANIC.
.ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) Domain Overview
The .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Lao National Internet Center (LANIC), Ministry of Technology and Communications. .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) was introduced in 2019.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a)?
The .ລາວ domain was delegated by ICANN on January 10, 2020, following a successful IDN Fast Track application in 2018. It was introduced to provide an authentic Lao-script representation of the country's digital identity, alongside the existing .la ccTLD. LANIC, operating under the Ministry of Technology and Communications, was granted authority to manage both domains after a 2016 ministerial decision.
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The .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) Used For?
The .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Lao-language websites
Local government services
Cultural and educational institutions
National businesses targeting Lao audiences
How Do I Register a .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) Domain?
Eligibility
Applicants must demonstrate a connection to the Lao People's Democratic Republic. Local presence, business registration, or government affiliation is typically required. Details are set by LANIC.
Open Registration
The .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .ລາວ (.xn--q7ce6a) 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
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