What is .nrw?
.nrw entered the DNS root zone on July 11, 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, .nrw is served by 8 authoritative name servers, every one of them reachable over IPv6. It is also DNSSEC-signed: the root zone carries a DS record for .nrw, which lets validating resolvers check its answers cryptographically. Registration data is published over RDAP and WHOIS (the WHOIS server is whois.nic.nrw).
.nrw FAQ
What does .nrw mean?
.nrw is a generic top-level domain named for the word "nrw", and it's aimed at cities & regions. It doesn't belong to any country.
What is .nrw used for?
.nrw 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 .nrw?
None. .nrw is a generic top-level domain, so it isn't tied to any country.
Who owns the .nrw domain extension?
Minds + Machines GmbH operates .nrw as its registry, under a registry agreement with ICANN.
When was .nrw created?
.nrw was delegated to the DNS root zone on July 11, 2014.
Is .nrw a valid domain?
Yes. .nrw is an active top-level domain in the DNS root zone, delegated in 2014, so .nrw addresses work in every browser.
Can I buy a .nrw domain?
.nrw names are sold through ICANN-accredited registrars. Some gTLDs restrict who can register, so read Minds + Machines GmbH's policy if you're unsure.
Is .nrw DNSSEC-signed?
Yes, the root zone holds a DS record for .nrw.
Sources
Data from IANA root zone version 2026102000. Last changed June 13, 2023. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
