What is .nl?
The .nl domain is the country code TLD for the Netherlands (Nederland). With over 6 million registrations in a country of 17 million people, .nl has one of the highest per-capita domain registration rates in the world of domains.
A Brief History
The .nl domain was established in 1986 and is managed by SIDN (Stichting Internet Domeinregistratie Nederland). The Netherlands was one of the earliest European countries to adopt the internet, and .nl growth has been consistently strong.
Why Choose .nl?
- Dutch identity — Essential for businesses targeting the Dutch market.
- No restrictions — Anyone worldwide can register a .nl domain.
- High internet penetration — The Netherlands has one of the highest internet usage rates globally.
- Strong local SEO — Google favors .nl for Dutch-language searches.
Did You Know?
- As of 2026, over 6.2 million .nl domains are registered — roughly one for every three Dutch citizens.
- The Netherlands has a 98% internet penetration rate, among the highest in the world.
- SIDN is a nonprofit foundation committed to a trusted Dutch internet.
Registration & Pricing
.nl domains are affordable, typically $8-12 per year through DomainWorld. DomainWorld offers fast registration and DNS setup of .nl — you can get a domain up and running in minutes.
The Future of .nl
With one of the world's most connected populations, .nl remains a cornerstone of the European domain landscape in the world of domains.