The .re domain (Réunion)

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Annual fee
21,90 €
Setup
0,00 €
Minimum term
12 months
Cancellation period
42 days
Transfer
21,90 €
incl. annual fee
Modification of domain data
0,00 €
Change of owner
0,00 €

All information

Here you can find all information about features, benefits, services, support and billing of the .re domain.
Domain transfer
Is it possible to transfer .re domains?
Yes
Transfer authcode
Is an auth-code required for the transfer of a .re domain?
Yes
Domain security
Can a transfer lock be set for a .re domain?
No
Change of ownership
Is it possible to change the owner of a .re domain?
Yes
Umlaut domain (IDN)
Can a .re domain contain special characters?
Yes
Numeric domain
Can a .re consist exclusively of digits?
No
Minimum domain length
How many characters does a .re domain have to be?
1 Character
Maximum domain length
How many characters can a .re domain be?
63 Character
Contract term
12 month
Contract term after extension
12 months
Billing period
12 months
Billing period after extension
12 months
Cancellation period
42 days
Free e-mail support
Competent telephone support
Free support via our online help centre

Further information about the .re domain

The .re Domain: Your Gateway to Réunion and Beyond

The .re domain extension represents the beautiful French overseas territory of Réunion, a tropical island in the Indian Ocean. But this domain offers much more than just geographical significance – it's become a popular choice for creative branding and memorable web addresses worldwide.

What is a .re Domain?

The .re domain is the official country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Réunion, an overseas department of France. Since its introduction, it has gained popularity far beyond the island's borders due to its versatility and creative potential.

  • Official domain of Réunion
  • Managed by AFNIC (Association Française pour le Nommage Internet en Coopération)
  • Available for registration worldwide
  • No residency requirements

Why Choose a .re Domain?

Perfect for Creative Branding

The .re extension opens up countless possibilities for clever domain names and branding opportunities:

  • Real estate: perfect for property websites (prope.re, futu.re)
  • Technology: ideal for software and apps (sha.re, compa.re)
  • Business: great for professional services (cultu.re, structu.re)
  • Personal brands: memorable for individuals and creatives
Technical Advantages

Beyond creativity, .re domains offer solid technical benefits:

  • Excellent search engine recognition
  • Fast DNS resolution
  • Reliable infrastructure managed by AFNIC
  • Full support for international characters (IDN)

Who Can Register a .re Domain?

Good news – .re domains are open to everyone! There are no restrictions based on location or nationality.

  • Individuals from any country
  • Businesses and organizations worldwide
  • No local presence required
  • No documentation needed

Registration Requirements and Process

Simple Registration Steps
  1. Check domain availability
  2. Choose your registration period (1-10 years)
  3. Provide basic contact information
  4. Complete payment
  5. Domain activation within 24 hours
Important Registration Details
  • Minimum length: 2 characters
  • Maximum length: 63 characters
  • Allowed characters: a-z, 0-9, hyphens (not at beginning or end)
  • Registration period: 1-10 years

Pricing and Costs

We offer competitive pricing for .re domains with transparent costs and no hidden fees:

  • Clear annual pricing structure
  • No setup fees
  • Free DNS management included
  • Optional privacy protection available

Perfect Use Cases for .re Domains

Business Applications
  • Real estate agencies: prope.re, futu.re
  • Technology companies: sha.re, compa.re
  • Creative agencies: cultu.re, captu.re
  • Consulting firms: structu.re, ventu.re
Personal Projects
  • Personal portfolios and blogs
  • Photography websites
  • Travel and adventure sites
  • Creative projects and hobbies

SEO Benefits of .re Domains

Search engines treat .re domains fairly and professionally:

  • No geographic restrictions in search results
  • Equal ranking opportunities with other TLDs
  • Can target any country in Google Search Console
  • Memorable domains often get higher click-through rates

Domain Management Made Easy

What's Included
  • User-friendly control panel
  • Free DNS management
  • Email forwarding options
  • Domain forwarding/redirects
  • 24/7 technical support
Additional Services
  • Domain privacy protection
  • Professional email hosting
  • Web hosting packages
  • SSL certificates

Getting Started with Your .re Domain

Ready to secure your creative .re domain? The process is straightforward:

  1. Search: Use our domain search tool to check availability
  2. Choose: Select your perfect .re domain name
  3. Register: Complete the simple registration process
  4. Configure: Set up your domain settings
  5. Launch: Start using your new domain immediately

Support and Resources

We're here to help you succeed with your .re domain:

  • Comprehensive knowledge base
  • Step-by-step setup guides
  • 24/7 customer support
  • Live chat assistance
  • Email support in multiple languages

Start your journey with a .re domain today and create a memorable online presence that stands out from the crowd!

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