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Register for€6.99€20.00 /year*
.FR domain name - France
The .FR domain name is France’s official country code top-level domain (ccTLD). Managed by AFNIC, it’s trusted by French businesses, residents, and international brands targeting the French market.
French is the official language of 29 countries worldwide, making it one of the most influential languages in business, culture, and international trade. A .FR domain not only builds credibility in France but also signals relevance across French-speaking markets globally.
Anyone can buy and register a .FR domain provided they meet EU/EEA residency or business presence requirements.
A .FR domain signals:
- Local trust and recognition in France
- Higher visibility in French search results
- Stronger connection to customers across the French-speaking world
- Protection of your brand in Europe’s second-largest economy
With millions of registrations, .FR is a secure and popular choice for building your online presence.
If you need more reasons to register a .FR domain name, we give you an Alpha SSL certificate to authenticate your business website and protect your customers' personal data. You'll get a personalised email address for a more professional look, and DNS for a fast website. Additional features you can choose are two-step verification to protect your account from unauthorised access, and domain privacy so you can go ex-directory and hide your contact details from spammers and domain name hijackers.
The .FR domain extension is not the only domain you can register if you’d like to talk with the French. The country readily adopted several new domains, including .PARIS, .ALSACE, and .BZH. Domain name registrations were quick to accumulate with these new GeoTLDs. Using the domains to highlight a link with a region and making this part of the marketing plan – product authenticity!
With over 50 million internet users in France, a significant majority prefer local businesses with a .FR domain. Registering a .FR domain not only boosts your online presence in France but also establishes trust and credibility with the local audience.
.FR Format
| Minimum length | 1 characters |
| Maximum length | 63 characters |
| Numbers | Allowed (full-numeric) |
| Hyphen | Allowed (middle only) |
| IDN | Allowed |
.FR Price
| Setup fee | None |
| Annual fee | €6.99 |
| Renewal fee | €20.00 |
| Update fee | Free |
| Trade fee | €19.00 |
| Transfer fee | €20.00 |
| Reactivation fee | €25.00 + (Renewal fee) |
.FR Registration Period
| Minimum subscription period | 1 year |
| Minimum renewal period | 1 year |
| Renewal increment | 1 year |
| Registration delay | 1-3 days |
| Can be renewed at any time | Allowed |
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Features & Requirements
Below are a list of the requirements and features for registering a .FR domain name.
- IDN Supported
- DNSSEC supported
- Documentation Required
- Realtime Registration
Conditions
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| Please note: If you are an individual, the .FR registry will conceal your contact details so they aren't visible to the public. |
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Is .FR a good domain for SEO?
Yes. Search engines use local ccTLDs like .FR to boost relevance in country-specific searches.
Is .FR a good domain?
Yes. A .FR domain shows customers that you’re serious about the French market. It boosts local SEO in France, builds trust with French users, and connects your brand to one of the world’s most widely spoken languages.
Is it possible to permanently buy a domain name?
No, domain names cannot be purchased permanently. All domains, including .FR, are registered for a set period (usually 1–10 years) and must be renewed before expiry.
Who owns domain rights?
The registrant (the person or organisation who registers the domain) is the legal domain holder during the registration period. They retain rights as long as the domain is renewed on time.
Can anyone buy a .EU domain?
Yes - anyone based in the EU, EEA, or with citizenship in these regions can register a .EU domain. For .FR domains, you’ll need an EU/EEA presence (including Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, or Iceland).
Is it hard to get a domain expansion?
No. Domain extensions (like .FR) are straightforward to register as long as you meet the registry conditions. Most registrations are processed instantly with EuroDNS.
Can I buy a .RS domain?
Yes, .RS is Serbia’s country code domain. Registration rules differ from .FR, but EuroDNS can help you secure .RS domains and other country code domains for international projects.