.zuerich geographic
The .zuerich TLD is a geographic top-level domain representing the Canton of Zurich, Switzerland. It was created to strengthen the digital identity of the region, promote local businesses, cultural institutions, and tourism, and provide a trusted online space for entities connected to Zurich. The domain supports the region’s official branding initiative, ISDM, which unifies communication across government, business, and tourism sectors.
Restricted to the Canton of Zurich, its affiliated governmental departments, municipalities, cultural organizations, and authorized entities. Not open for public registration.
.zuerich Domain Overview
The .zuerich extension is a geographic top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by KSRegistry. .zuerich was introduced in 2014. There are currently 1,415 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 9.3%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .zuerich is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .zuerich?
The .zuerich domain was applied for by the Canton of Zurich under ICANN’s New gTLD Program in 2011 and officially delegated to the Root Zone on December 22, 2014. It was developed as part of the Integrated Location and Destination Marketing (ISDM) strategy to enhance Zurich’s global visibility. The TLD replaces the need for multiple subdomains and creates a unified, branded namespace for all official Zurich-related entities. CentralNic provides technical registry services under contract.
Did you know?
The .zuerich TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .zuerich Used For?
The .zuerich TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Cantonal government services
City of Zurich official websites
Cultural institutions and museums
Tourism promotion
Public transportation authority sites
Educational institutions affiliated with Zurich
How Many .zuerich Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
1,415
DNSSEC Adoption
9.3%
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How Does .zuerich Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .zuerich |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 1,415 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 9.3% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | KSRegistry |
| Introduced | 2014-12-22 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to the Canton of Zurich, its affiliated governmental departments, municipalities, cultural organizations, and authorized entities. Not open for public registration. |
How Available Are .zuerich Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .zuerich domains by character length. Currently 939 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
939
Peak Saturation
19.2%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
11.2%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 5 | 19.2% | |
| 2 chars | 10 | 1.5% | |
| 3 chars | 104 | 0.59% | |
| 4 chars | 86 | 0.02% | |
| 5 chars | 83 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 101 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 92 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 106 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 97 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 112 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 76 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 67 | <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 .zuerich Domain?
Eligibility
Registration is restricted to entities officially connected to the Canton of Zurich, such as governmental bodies, educational institutions, cultural organizations, and authorized public agencies. Proof of affiliation is required.
Open Registration
The .zuerich TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .zuerich 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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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.