.ax domains
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Europe: Åland
The .ax domain is an extension designated for the Åland Islands, an autonomous region of Finland. Launched in 2006, this extension allows businesses and individuals to establish an online presence directly associated with this unique region. The Åland Islands are known for their natural beauty and rich history, making .ax ideal for local businesses, cultural organizations, or tourism projects that wish to highlight their connection to these islands.
Managed by the Government of Åland, .ax enables local residents and businesses to connect with global audiences while maintaining their regional identity. Registering a .ax domain not only strengthens local identity but also optimizes SEO relevance by associating web content with its specific geographical location. If you’re looking for a unique domain that emphasizes your link to the Åland Islands, .ax is your best choice.
Rates and features of .ax domains
Domain rates .ax
| Action | Periodes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | 1,3,5,9 year(s) | 90.95 € |
| Renewal | 1 year(s) | 39.95 € |
| Transfer | 1 year(s) | 67.95 € |
Features
- Domain length between 3 and 63 characters
- IDN characters are not permitted
- Allows DNS modification
- DNSSEC not allowed
- The domains, once the transfer ends, extend they expiration date for one year
.ax domain life cycle
Domain .ax regulations
Residency requirements
This extension doesn't have any residency requirements.
Technical requirements
This extension doesn't have any technical requirements.
Registrations
The registration of .AX domains is not immediate; it is manually processed by the Registry, with domain ownership data validation being carried out during the process.
Transfers
To complete .AX domain transfer, you'll need your current registrar to provide you the domain's AuthCode or EPP-Key to verify the ownership of the domain.
Transfers can take between 5 and 7 days to complete. Some registrars provide manual transfers allowing transfers to be completed on the same day, contact your current registrar to find out if they offer this service.
More information about .AX domain transfers.
The domains, once the transfer ends, extend they expiration date for one year
Renewals
It is mandatory to renew the domain at least 42 days before the expiration date. In case of renewing it after this date, the success of the renewal is not guaranteed.
Cancellations
It's possible to request a cancellation of your .AX domain, visit the support center to open a support ticket. Please note, cancelling a name does not provide a refund of any registration fees.
DNS modifications
DNS modification is immediate, please note they must propagate through the network, this process can take up to 6-12 hours to complete, until then the domain will still point to the previous DNS servers.
Domain owner change
Ownership changes are done manually and have additional costs, contact us via ticket in case you're interested in it.
Permitted characters
- .ax domains permit characters from 'a' to 'z', numbers from '0' to '9' and hyphens '-'.
- A hyphen '-' is not permitted in the first or last position of the domain name.
- Two consecutive hyphens are not permitted in the 3rd and 4th position.
Official documentation
In this section you will find links to official documentation of the extension.
- .AX don't have extra documentation.
Frequent Questions
How can I register a .ax domain?
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Registering a .ax domain is a simple process. Enter your idea into our search engine to check if the name you want to register is available, select the appropriate extension, complete the registration, and make the payment.
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Once registered, the domain will be associated with your account and you can use it for a website, email, or any digital project.
How to check if a .ax domain is available?
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You can find out if a .ax domain is available by checking in our search engine.
Can I transfer a .ax domain registered with another provider?
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You can transfer your .ax domain from transfer by following the steps provided there.
What advantages does DonDominio offer?
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- We offer over 20 years of experience in the domain industry.
- More than 900 domain extensions available.
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