What is .krd?
.krd entered the DNS root zone on July 18, 2014, 12 years ago. It came out of ICANN's New gTLD Program, the 2012 application round that grew the root from 22 generic TLDs to well over a thousand.
On the technical side, .krd is served by 6 authoritative name servers, every one of them reachable over IPv6. It is also DNSSEC-signed: the root zone carries a DS record for .krd, which lets validating resolvers check its answers cryptographically. Registration data is published over RDAP and WHOIS (the WHOIS server is whois.nic.krd).
.krd FAQ
What does .krd mean?
.krd is a generic top-level domain named for the word "krd", and it's aimed at cities & regions. It doesn't belong to any country.
What is .krd used for?
.krd is mostly used for cities & regions. Like most gTLDs, it's a label of intent rather than a guarantee — check the site, not just the ending.
What country is .krd?
None. .krd is a generic top-level domain, so it isn't tied to any country.
Who owns the .krd domain extension?
KRG Department of Information Technology operates .krd as its registry, under a registry agreement with ICANN.
When was .krd created?
.krd was delegated to the DNS root zone on July 18, 2014.
Is .krd a valid domain?
Yes. .krd is an active top-level domain in the DNS root zone, delegated in 2014, so .krd addresses work in every browser.
Can I buy a .krd domain?
.krd names are sold through ICANN-accredited registrars. Some gTLDs restrict who can register, so read KRG Department of Information Technology's policy if you're unsure.
Is .krd DNSSEC-signed?
Yes, the root zone holds a DS record for .krd.
Sources
Data from IANA root zone version 2026102000. Last changed December 11, 2023. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
