Brand TLD - Not Publicly Available
.AKDN Domain
A brand top-level domain (TLD) for the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of private, international, non-denominational development organizations.
About Brand TLDs
Brand TLDs (also called Brand gTLDs or Dot Brands) are top-level domain extensions that are owned and operated exclusively by specific companies or organizations for their own use.
Key characteristics:
- Registration is restricted to the brand owner and authorized entities
- Not available for public purchase or registration
- Used for brand protection, marketing, and internal operations
- Provides complete control over the namespace
- Examples include .google, .apple, .amazon, .bmw
Registry & Technical Information
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Registration Requirements:
Registration is restricted to the Aga Khan Development Network and its affiliated entities.
Additional Information
A brand TLD is a top-level domain that represents a specific company or brand. It is typically used for the organization's official websites and services.
The AKDN TLD is part of a broader digital strategy to enhance the online presence and connectivity of the Aga Khan Development Network's various initiatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
A brand top-level domain (TLD) for the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of private, international, non-denominational development organizations. The .AKDN TLD is managed by Aga Khan Foundation and was introduced in 2016.
Registration for .AKDN domains has the following restrictions: Registration is restricted to the Aga Khan Development Network and its affiliated entities.
Pricing for .AKDN domains varies by registrar. Contact your preferred domain registrar for current pricing information and any promotional offers.
WHOIS information for .AKDN domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.afilias-srs.net. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.afilias-srs.net/rdap/akdn/ for more structured data access.
Many accredited domain registrars support .AKDN domain registration. Contact your preferred registrar to confirm availability and pricing.
The .AKDN domain is a well-established Brand TLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.