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Register a .dk domain — Denmark's domain extension

.dk is the official country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Denmark. It tells visitors your website is rooted in Denmark and builds instant local trust.

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Register a .dk domain

.dk at a glance

Term
1 year
Eligibility
Open to all
DNSSEC
No
WHOIS privacy
No

.dk registration rules

What you need to know before registering, transferring or renewing a .dk domain.

Registration

Registration term
1 year
Renewal term
1 year
Internationalised names (IDN)
Not supported
Name length
Up to 63 characters: letters, numbers and hyphens (registry minimums may apply)

Requirements

Restrictions
Open to everyone — conditions below
Extra registrant data
Required — see below
Local presence / trustee service
Not offered

Transfer & ownership

Transfer to Upflare
Supported
Transfer method
Registry procedure (no auth code)

Technical

Type
Country-code top-level domain (ccTLD)
In use since
1987
DNSSEC
Not supported
WHOIS privacy
Not allowed by the registry
Lookup protocol
WHOIS

Before you register a .dk domain

  • Anyone can register a .dk — you don’t need to live in Denmark. Danish organisations give their CVR number.
  • At least two authoritative name servers must be registered with the registry before you apply.
  • New holders must confirm their identity: MitID for Danish addresses, and ID documents for some holders abroad — otherwise the domain is suspended.

Information you’ll need to provide

  • Accept the .dk registry’s terms and conditions

  • Type of Customer

    Individual · Company · Association · Public_organization

Information verified on 17 Oct 2026. Sources: Punktum dk registration policy · IANA root zone database. Registry rules can change — our support team confirms the details for your order.

Why choose a .dk domain?

Signal a clear local presence in Denmark.

Build trust with customers in Denmark who prefer a local address.

Strengthen local SEO for searches tied to Denmark.

Protect your brand by securing its .dk version.

Who .dk is for

Businesses, shops, institutions and creators targeting the Denmark market.

How to register a .dk domain

  1. 1Search for your name above and add the .dk domain to your cart.
  2. 2Fill in your contact details plus the extra information the .dk registry asks for (listed on this page).
  3. 3Make sure you meet the .dk registration rules below; the registry may check them.
  4. 4Manage DNS, connect hosting or email from your Upflare dashboard once the domain is active.

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.dk domain FAQs

.dk domains can be registered for 1 year at a time, and renewed before they expire.

Yes. Anyone can register a .dk — you don’t need to live in Denmark. Danish organisations give their CVR number. At least two authoritative name servers must be registered with the registry before you apply.

.dk transfers don't use an auth code — they follow the registry's own confirmation procedure. Start on our transfer page and our support team guides you through it.

The .dk registry doesn't allow WHOIS privacy services. Registry rules decide which details are public.

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