What is .рус?
.рус entered the DNS root zone on September 27, 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.
In the DNS, .рус is stored as the ASCII string xn--p1acf (its "A-label"). Browsers and apps that support IDNs show the native script instead.
On the technical side, .рус is served by 3 authoritative name servers, every one of them reachable over IPv6. It is also DNSSEC-signed: the root zone carries a DS record for .рус, which lets validating resolvers check its answers cryptographically. Registration data is published over RDAP.
.рус FAQ
What does .рус mean?
.рус is Russian for "Russian". It's a generic top-level domain, stored in the DNS as xn--p1acf.
What is .рус used for?
.рус 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 .рус?
None. .рус is a generic top-level domain, so it isn't tied to any country.
Who owns the .рус domain extension?
Rusnames Limited operates .рус as its registry, under a registry agreement with ICANN.
When was .рус created?
.рус was delegated to the DNS root zone on September 27, 2014.
Is .рус a valid domain?
Yes. .рус is an active top-level domain in the DNS root zone, delegated in 2014, so .рус addresses work in every browser.
Can I buy a .рус domain?
.рус names are sold through ICANN-accredited registrars. Some gTLDs restrict who can register, so read Rusnames Limited's policy if you're unsure.
Is .рус DNSSEC-signed?
Yes, the root zone holds a DS record for .рус.
Sources
Data from IANA root zone version 2026102000. Last changed December 4, 2025. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
