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.fr Domain Registrations

The .fr domain extension is the official country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for France, managed by AFNIC — one of Europe's most respected and technically advanced domain registries. In operation since 1986, .fr is a mark of quality, credibility, and local identity for the French internet. France is one of the world's largest economies and a global centre for fashion, gastronomy, luxury goods, technology, and culture — a .fr domain immediately signals authenticity and local commitment to French consumers. Whether you are a French business serving the domestic market, an international brand targeting French-speaking audiences, or a European company establishing a presence in France, a .fr domain builds the trust that French internet users expect. AFNIC operates with exceptional technical standards, making .fr one of the most stable and secure ccTLDs in Europe. Registration requires the registrant to have an address within the European Union, European Economic Area, or Switzerland.

.fr Domains

Registration Price

$49.95

Renewal Price

$49.95

Transfer Price

$49.95
Restrictions: .fr domains require the registrant to have a postal address within the European Union, European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland. This applies to both individual and organisation registrants.

.fr Domain Information

Registry: AFNIC
Introduced: 1986
Intended use: French Websites & Businesses
Restrictions: EU / EEA / Switzerland address required
Whois privacy protection: Yes
IDN support: Yes
Supports DNSSEC: Yes
Renewal grace period: 30 days
Redemption grace period: 30 days
Name servers required: 2 - 7
Domain name length: 2 - 63 Characters
Auth code length: 8 - 32 Characters

Available Domain Extensions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You can activate Privacy Protection during the registration of a new domain.
To register a .fr domain, the registrant must have a postal address within the European Union, European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland. Both individuals and organisations are eligible provided they meet this geographic requirement. Contact us if you need assistance confirming your eligibility before registering.
.fr domains have a 30-day grace period after expiry during which you can renew without an additional fee. After that, a 30-day redemption period applies, during which renewal incurs an additional $300 USD fee.
.fr domain names are available to register for 1-10 years.