.koeln registration
.koeln is the geographic domain extension for Cologne, known locally as Köln. It suits businesses, organisations, cultural initiatives and personal projects that want an explicit connection with the city. Registration is open to everyone, with no local-presence or residency condition, and available names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. A .koeln name must contain between 3 and 63 characters. Internationalised names may use the German characters ä, ö and ü, as well as ß. This makes it possible to register names that reflect German spelling while keeping the project’s Cologne identity visible in the web address. To transfer an existing .koeln domain to host.yt, first remove any transfer lock or other transfer protection at the current registrar. You must then obtain the domain’s authorisation code and submit it with the transfer request. Completion can take several days, and a successful transfer adds one year to the domain’s current expiry date. Changing the registered holder requires authentication by both parties. Validation emails are sent to the current holder and the proposed new holder, and both must complete the required steps. If authentication is not finished within five days, the request is cancelled. A holder change does not alter the domain’s expiry date.
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Specifications
| Registration | 32.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 32.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 32.99 EUR |
| Restore | 32.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 32.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .koeln domain extension stand for?
koeln refers to Köln, the German name for Cologne. It gives a website an immediate geographic association with the city and is particularly clear for local businesses, community organisations, events, tourism projects and services aimed at people who live in or visit Cologne.
Who can register a .koeln domain?
Anyone can register a .koeln domain. There is no requirement to live in Cologne, operate a German company or maintain a local address. Registration remains subject to name availability, and available domains are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Are there restrictions or required documents for registering .koeln?
No eligibility documents or proof of a connection to Cologne are required. The domain label must contain between 3 and 63 characters. Supported internationalised characters include ä, ö, ü and ß, allowing names that follow natural German spelling.
Is .koeln a good choice, and what projects is it suited to?
koeln is a practical choice when Cologne is central to the project’s identity or audience. It fits shops, restaurants, professional services, local media, neighbourhood initiatives, cultural events and city-focused personal sites because the geographic connection is visible directly in the address.
When does .koeln make more sense than .com?
Choose .koeln when a strong Cologne association matters more than broad international neutrality. It communicates a local focus more clearly than .com and may help visitors recognise the intended market. Choose .com when the brand serves many regions and does not want its address tied to one city.
How quickly is a .koeln domain registered, and how long does it last?
Registration can proceed once the requested name passes the availability check and the order is successfully submitted. Names are allocated first come, first served, so availability can change until registration is completed. The confirmed registration term and expiry date are recorded with the domain after registration.
How do I transfer a .koeln domain to host.yt?
Disable the domain’s transfer protection at your current registrar, request its authorisation code and provide that code when starting the transfer to host.yt. The process may take several days. Once completed, one year is added to the domain’s existing expiry date.