Starting March 1, 2024, CZ.NIC will increase the wholesale price of .CZ domains from 145 to 160 CZK per year (excluding VAT). This marks the first price change in over six years.
According to Ondřej Filip, CEO of CZ.NIC, the decision is driven by a cumulative inflation rate of over 40% since the last price adjustment in 2019, along with rising operational and security costs. This increase will likely prompt registrars to adjust their pricing for end-users as well, reflecting the updated costs.
About .cz
The .cz domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the Czech Republic. Businesses, organizations, and individuals utilize the .cz domain to establish a strong online presence and connection with the Czech market.
The domain is managed by CZ.NIC, a non-profit organization responsible for the administration and technical operations. CZ.NIC establishes the rules and regulations for registering .cz domains. They also maintain the infrastructure that ensures the stability and reliability of websites under this domain.
There are some requirements for .cz domain registration. While individuals around the world generally don’t need to provide specific documentation, organizations or businesses must submit a business registration number from any country. This registration number serves as proof of the organization’s existence.
Domain
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Time to Register | 2 Days |
| Type | ccTLD |
| Country | Czech Republic |
| Registration Period | 1 – 10 years |
| Trustee/Proxy Service | No |
| Individuals can register | Yes |
| Businesses can register | Yes |
.CZ Domain Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Is there a special use for .cz? | No |
| Is there any other information needed to register a .cz domain? | No |
| Does .cz have any additional fees? | No |
| Any additional documents or requirements needed? | Yes, business registration number from any country is required for organizations. |
| Are Individual registrations allowed? | Yes |
| Are company or legal entity registrations allowed? | Yes |
| Are some .cz domain names restricted? | Yes, names violating third-party rights, containing harmful content, or illegal under Czech law. |
| Do I need a trademark/brand name to register .cz? | No |
| Private Registration service available? | No |
| Trustee / Proxy service offered? Fees? | No |
.CZ Help FAQs
| FAQ | Details |
|---|---|
| What is the registration term allowed for .cz domain names? | 1-10 years |
| How long does it take to register my .cz domain name? | 2 Days |
| What are the valid characters and lengths for .cz domain names? | 2-63 characters, starts/ends with letter or number, no spaces or consecutive dashes |
| Is DNSSEC available for .cz domain? | No |
| Is Trustee Service available for .cz? | No |
| Can I transfer out my .cz domain if using Trustee Service? | Trustee Service is non-transferable |
| Can I hide my .cz registration information (Private Registration)? | No |
| What is the grace period for .cz domain name? | Renewal required up to 60 days before expiration; $150 late renewal fee |
| Who is the registry managing .cz domain names? | CZ NIC (https://www.nic.cz/) |
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