What is .quebec?
.quebec entered the DNS root zone on April 16, 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, .quebec is served by 4 authoritative name servers, every one of them reachable over IPv6. It is also DNSSEC-signed: the root zone carries a DS record for .quebec, which lets validating resolvers check its answers cryptographically. Registration data is published over RDAP and WHOIS (the WHOIS server is whois.nic.quebec).
.quebec FAQ
What does .quebec mean?
.quebec is a generic top-level domain named for the word "quebec", and it's aimed at cities & regions. It doesn't belong to any country.
What is .quebec used for?
.quebec 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 .quebec?
None. .quebec is a generic top-level domain, so it isn't tied to any country.
Who owns the .quebec domain extension?
PointQuébec Inc operates .quebec as its registry, under a registry agreement with ICANN.
When was .quebec created?
.quebec was delegated to the DNS root zone on April 16, 2014.
Is .quebec a valid domain?
Yes. .quebec is an active top-level domain in the DNS root zone, delegated in 2014, so .quebec addresses work in every browser.
Can I buy a .quebec domain?
.quebec names are sold through ICANN-accredited registrars. Some gTLDs restrict who can register, so read PointQuébec Inc's policy if you're unsure.
Is .quebec DNSSEC-signed?
Yes, the root zone holds a DS record for .quebec.
Sources
Data from IANA root zone version 2026102000. Last changed September 19, 2025. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
