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About the .ch domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .ch domain
What is a .ch domain?
.ch is Switzerland’s country-code top-level domain (ccTLD), run by SWITCH under a federal mandate. It’s generally open for registration, with first-come, first-served rules and no public WHOIS personal data.
Who is a .ch domain for?
A .ch domain works well for businesses, freelancers, and organizations with a Swiss presence who want a trusted local identity. It’s also a good fit for projects targeting Swiss audiences or building credibility in Switzerland.
Why choose a .ch domain?
A .ch domain helps visitors quickly connect your website with Switzerland, making your online presence clearer and easier to remember. It also works well across websites, email, and marketing as your business grows.
Domain information for .ch
TLD
.ch
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
1 year
Is IDN supported
Yes
Is DNSSEC supported
Yes
Why register your domain with Hostinger?
No technical knowledge required
24/7 expert support
Free domain privacy protection
Free coming soon page or link in bio site
Competitive pricing
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.ch domain FAQs
What does a .ch domain mean?
A .ch domain is the country-code extension for Switzerland. It is commonly used by Swiss businesses, organizations, and people with a local connection.
Is a .ch domain trusted?
Yes. .ch is a valid top-level domain and uses an official registry, so it works normally in browsers, email, and search engines.
Is a .ch a good domain?
Yes, if your audience is in Switzerland or you want a Swiss identity online. Search engines treat it the same as other extensions, so content and relevance matter more than the TLD.
Should I choose a .ch domain or .com domain?
Choose .ch if you want a local Swiss address or the .com name is already taken. Choose .com if you want the most familiar global extension for a broad audience.
Who can register a .ch domain?
Anyone can register a .ch domain. There is no local presence requirement, so it is open to individuals and businesses worldwide.
Are there restrictions on .ch domains?
Yes. A .ch name must use standard domain characters and follow registry rules, and reserved names cannot be registered. Special restrictions are limited, but the name still has to be available.
How much does a .ch domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .ch domain costs $8.99 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is $9.99/year.
As Hostinger is an ICANN-accredited registrar, your domain is managed securely. Auto-renewal helps prevent expiration, and 24/7 support is available. You can also transfer your domain to Hostinger at any time.