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.KZ Domain

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Kazakhstan. It is used by websites and organizations associated with Kazakhstan.

ccTLD

Registry & Technical Information

Registry Information

WHOIS Server: whois.nic.kz
Introduced: 1994

Technical Details

Restrictions: Registrants must have a local presence in Kazakhstan or trademark rights.
Average Pricing: $50-$100 USD per year
RDAP Server:

Launch Dates & Availability

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General Availability:1994-01-01
Public Registration:✓ Available

Registration Requirements:

Registrants must have a local presence in Kazakhstan or trademark rights.

Additional Information

Country Code Top-Level Domain, representing Kazakhstan in the DNS system.

The .KZ domain gained international attention when Kazakhstan's government temporarily blocked access to all .KZ websites in 2011 due to security concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Kazakhstan. It is used by websites and organizations associated with Kazakhstan. The .KZ TLD is managed by KazNIC Organization and was introduced in 1994.

Registration for .KZ domains has the following restrictions: Registrants must have a local presence in Kazakhstan or trademark rights.

The average pricing for a .KZ domain is $50-$100 USD per year. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.

WHOIS information for .KZ domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.kz. You can also use the RDAP service at null for more structured data access.

Popular registrars that support .KZ domains include: KazNIC, Instra Corporation, 101domain. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.

As a country code TLD, .KZ provides geographic identity and can improve local SEO rankings. It's ideal for businesses and individuals targeting a specific geographic market.