.tel

Contact & Phone

The domain for contact information, phone services, and communication.

€16.46 / year

The Domain for Communication

.tel is a generic top-level domain introduced in 2007. It is managed by Telnames Ltd.

Originally designed for digital business cards and contact directories, .tel is now open for all projects related to communication and reachability.

Registration is available worldwide with no restrictions. Anyone can register a .tel domain.

At a Glance

Registry: Telnames Ltd.
Introduced: 2007
Type: Generic TLD
Minimum length: 3 characters
IDN (special chars): Yes
Restrictions: None

Who is .tel for?

Telecommunications companies, call centers, contact pages, digital business cards, VoIP providers, and anyone who wants to signal reachability.

CONTACT

Signals reachability and willingness to communicate.

.tel Tel

+ .email Email + .online Online

Communication extensions.

.tel

Communication focus
Short and memorable
Clear message
Good availability

.com

Generally known
Internationally neutral
Established
Fewer names available

No restrictions

Anyone can register a .tel domain, regardless of industry or location.

Typical Use Case

A company wants to set up a central contact page. Under companyname.tel, customers quickly find all contact options. The domain signals: Reach us here.

Registry

Telnames Ltd.

Operates the .tel extension since 2007 with a focus on communication.

Only three letters

One of the shortest domain extensions available.

€16.46

pro Jahr, inkl. MwSt.

DNS management included
SSL certificate included
No setup fee

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about .tel registration

How much does a .tel domain cost?

A .tel domain costs €16.46 per year. The price applies equally to new registrations and transfers. There is no additional setup fee.

Who can register a .tel domain?

Anyone can register a .tel domain. There are no restrictions regarding industry, residence, or business location.

Who is .tel suitable for?

.tel is suitable for telecommunications companies, contact pages, digital business cards, VoIP providers, and anyone who wants to signal reachability.

How quickly is my domain active?

Registration happens in real-time. Once the domain is confirmed, you can set up DNS records and use the domain immediately.

What is the advantage of a .tel domain?

A .tel domain immediately signals communication and reachability. It is short, memorable, and thematically fitting for contact pages.

How do I transfer an existing .tel domain?

Request an auth code from your current provider and enter it during the order process. The transfer takes a few days and costs the regular annual price of €16.46.

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