.kim domains
Information and use of .kim domains
The .kim domain is a modern and appealing option for those whose last name is "Kim" or for businesses looking to stand out in the Asian market. Launched in 2013 by Afilias, this extension has become particularly popular among individuals and organizations wanting to establish a personalized and memorable online presence.
Its appeal lies not only in its uniqueness but also in its simplicity, making websites using it easy to remember. Ideal for professionals like artists, entrepreneurs, and bloggers, the .kim domain enables the creation of a powerful and highly visible personal brand.
By choosing a .kim domain, you leverage an extension that conveys closeness and cultural relevance, making it perfect for connecting with global audiences while maintaining a personal focus. Additionally, its popularity helps improve search engine optimization (SEO), as it is a less saturated extension, offering better opportunities to stand out in search results.
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Features of .kim domains
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.kim domain regulations
Residency requirements
This extension doesn't have any residency requirements.
Technical requirements
This extension doesn't have any technical requirements.
Registrations
.KIM domain registrations are immediate.
Transfers
To transfer a .KIM domain, you'll need your current provider to give you the domain's AuthCode or EPP-Key, which proves your ownership of the domain.
Transfers take between 5 and 7 days to complete. Some registrars allow transfers to be accepted manually: contact your current provider to find out if they offer this service; if so, the transfer will be completed the same day.
More information about .KIM domain transfers.
The domains, once the transfer ends, extend their expiration date by one year.
Renewals
You can renew your .KIM domain at any time. This process usually takes between 20 and 30 minutes to complete.
Cancellations
It's possible to request the cancellation of a .KIM domain; you must do so via ticket (support area). Please note that cancelling a domain does not entitle you to a refund of the amount paid for it.
DNS modifications
DNS changes are immediate, but please note that they must propagate through the network. This process usually takes between 6 and 12 hours to complete; until then, the domain will keep pointing to the previous DNS servers.
DNSSEC
We allow the usage of DNSSEC on .kim domains. Your domain can take advantage of this additional security layer that DNS servers that are compatible with this technology can provide.
More information is available at: DNSSEC: What is it and how does it work.
Domain owner change
Beginning December 1st, 2016, ownership changes of .KIM domains require both the current and the new owner to accept the change. Once the ownership change has been completed, the domain cannot be transferred to another registrar for a period of 60 days.
More information: https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/transfer-policy-2016-06-01-en.
Permitted characters
- .kim 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Registering a .kim 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.
If you're unsure of the name you want to register but have an idea in mind, you can activate the AI search in our search engine. In a matter of seconds, it will provide you with various name options that fit your project.
Once registered, the domain will be associated with your account and you can use it for a website, email, or any digital project.
You can find out if a .kim domain is available by checking in our search engine.
Yes, you can transfer your .kim domain from the transfer domains section by following the steps provided there.
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