.name
The domain for your personal name. Ideal for portfolios, personal websites, and digital business cards.
Enter a name — the extension .name is added automatically. Or enter a complete domain with a different extension.
Bring your domain to us — including an additional year of registration, DNS management and Auto-TLS. For .
You get the AuthCode from your current registrar — depending on the extension it is also called AuthInfo, EPP code or authorization code.
The Domain for Your Name
.name was introduced in 2001 specifically for individuals. The extension is ideal for securing your own name as a domain – whether as firstname-lastname.name or in other combinations.
Especially for freelancers, artists, authors, and anyone looking to build a personal online presence, .name offers a suitable alternative to crowded extensions like .com.
The domain is excellent for digital business cards, personal portfolios, blogs, or as a central hub for all your online activities.
At a Glance
- Registry
- Verisign
- Introduced
- 2001
- Registered Domains
- ~200,000
- Minimum Length
- 1 Character
- IDN (Umlauts)
- Yes
- Restrictions
- None
Who is .name for?
Individuals, freelancers, artists, authors, consultants, coaches. Anyone who wants to use their own name as a domain will find .name an extension made exactly for that purpose.
One of the first TLDs specifically for individuals and personal websites.
Domains for personal projects.
- Personal character
- Many names available
- Affordable price
- Made for individuals
- More neutral
- Almost everything taken
- Better known
- Broader usage
No Restrictions
Anyone can register a .name domain. You don't need to prove it's your real name.
Typical Use Case
A graphic designer wants to showcase her portfolio online. With anna-schmidt.name, she has a professional and personal address that immediately shows: this is a person presenting themselves.
Also operates the major extensions .com and .net alongside .name.
Digital Business Card
.name is perfect as a central hub for your online identity.
- Global anycast DNS
- SSL certificate included
- No setup fee
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about .name registration
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A .name domain costs €13.85 per year. The price applies equally to new registrations and transfers. There is no additional setup fee.
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No. Although .name is intended for personal names, you can register any available name. There is no verification requirement.
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.name is suitable for anyone who wants to build a personal online presence: individuals, freelancers, artists, authors, consultants, or coaches.
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Registration happens in real-time. Once the domain is confirmed, you can set up DNS records and use the domain immediately.
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Request an auth code from your current provider and enter it when ordering. The transfer takes a few days and costs the regular annual price of €13.85.
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Yes, .name can be used for any purpose. Many freelancers use their .name domain as a professional business address.
More Domain Extensions
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