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About the .eu domain
A quick overview to help you choose and register a .eu domain
What is a .eu domain?
.eu is a country-code TLD for the European Union, managed by EURid. It’s for EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Norway residents, citizens, and businesses; some names are reserved.
Who is a .eu domain for?
A .eu domain works well for businesses, startups, e-commerce stores, and organizations targeting the European market. It helps build a clear regional identity for projects serving customers across EU countries.
Why choose a .eu domain?
A .eu domain signals a European presence right away, helping your website feel clear and credible to visitors across the region. It supports straightforward branding, easy recall, and a consistent identity for web, email, and marketing as you grow.
Domain information for .eu
TLD
.eu
Minimum registration period
1 year
Maximum registration period
3 years
Is IDN supported
Yes
Is DNSSEC supported
Yes
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Free domain privacy protection
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.eu domain FAQs
What does a .eu domain mean?
.eu is the country-code top-level domain for the European Union. It is commonly used by businesses, projects, and individuals that want a European identity online.
Is a .eu domain trusted?
Yes. .eu is a valid TLD managed by EURid, the official registry for .eu domains. It works normally in browsers, email, and search engines.
Is a .eu a good domain?
Yes, if your audience is in the EU or you want a Europe-focused web address. Search engines treat .eu the same as other extensions for SEO, so content and relevance matter more.
Should I choose a .eu domain or .com domain?
Choose .eu if you want to signal a European audience or if the .com version is unavailable. Choose .com if your brand is global or you want the most familiar extension.
Who can register a .eu domain?
Only people, companies, and organizations with an EU or EEA presence can register a .eu domain. That includes residents and registered businesses in eligible countries.
Are there restrictions on .eu domains?
Yes. The name must follow standard domain rules, and some names are reserved or blocked by the registry. Registrants must also keep an eligible EU or EEA connection to hold the domain.
How much does a .eu domain cost?
At Hostinger, a .eu domain costs $4.99 for the first year. After that, the renewal fee is $7.99/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.