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Are you looking to target the Dutch market? The .nl domain name is the perfect fit for you.
This top-level domain can help you secure Dutch online traffic, as .nl sites tend to appear higher on SERPs in the Netherlands. The Dutch tend to trust .nl websites more and associate the extension with security, stability, and credibility.
The .nl domain name is synonymous with the Netherlands. It lets people know at first glance that the website caters to the Dutch or delivers content in the local language.
This makes this ccTLD a great option for businesses operating or based in the Netherlands. Stores selling Dutch products can also benefit from using this top-level domain. Research shows that up to 80% of Dutch internet users prefer to purchase products from .nl online stores, so this TLD can help you make more money.
It is also ideal for websites offering content for a Dutch-speaking audience. If you run a blog with posts written or localized in Dutch, you may do well securing readership with the .nl TLD.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about .nl domain names.
.nl is the country code top-level domain for the Netherlands. It is operated by SIDN – the Foundation for Internet Domain Registration in the Netherlands.
It is intended for websites whose content relates to the Netherlands and caters to Dutch or Dutch-speaking audiences.
Anyone can register a .nl domain extension, regardless of location or citizenship, for a minimum period of one year.
Unlike some ccTLDs that are only available to citizens and residents of the associated countries, you don’t need to be Dutch or reside in the Netherlands to apply for a .nl domain name.
.nl TLDs are some of the most popular – it’s the world’s fifth-biggest ccTLD with over 750,000 new annual domain registrations. SIDN notes that in 2020, there were more than 6 million .nl domains registered.
Up to 64% of all Dutch websites have .nl domain extensions.
.nl domains are very secure. That said, a domain extension can only do so much against threats online. You can always increase your site defenses by choosing a reliable registrar and a trustworthy web hosting provider.
Hostinger is ICANN-accredited, and we offer a free SSL certificate for your new domain with all web hosting plans. SSL certificates protect exchanges of sensitive information so that only the intended recipient can access it.
To register a domain name at Hostinger, simply scroll up to our domain checker and type in your desired website address. If the name is available, click Add to cart and Continue to cart. Once you’ve finalized the purchase, you’ll have to complete the registration and verification – that’s easy and we’ll guide you along the way.
A .nl domain name at Hostinger costs $4.99/year for the first year, with a renewal cost of $5.99/year.
The price of this TLD is considerably lower compared to other country code top-level domain prices, such as .us and .jp.
A domain with the .us TLD costs $8.99/year, while the .jp extension will set you back $34.99/year.
If you want to transfer your .nl domain to Hostinger, don’t worry! It’s easy. You can do it in a few simple steps.
First, access our Domain Transfer tool and enter your .nl domain name. Click Transfer and then complete the purchase. Next you’ll need the EPP code from your current registrar – enter it into the appropriate field. After confirming the transfer, you will get a letter from your domain registry.
Make sure that it has been more than 60 days since the last domain transfer. Disable your WHOIS privacy protection and check your domain status – make sure it isn’t Pending Delete or Redemption.