Expired .PK Domains

Description

.PK refers to the official domain extension or the internet country code top level domain (ccTLD) of Pakistan. PKNIC is the authorized body for carrying out its registry. It was introduced in 1992 and was intended for entities affiliated to this country.

Aside from usage as Pakistan’s two-letter country code, PK is also used to abbreviate other words. Popular meaning of PK include: penalty kick (soccer), Pourquoi (French), punt kick (football), pink sheets (stocks/investments) and product knowledge (commerce).

Registration Requirements

There is no special process needed to register a .PK domain name, no special action is needed on your end.

Intended Use

Entities connected with Pakistan

.PK Registry Information

Registration Date

1992-06-03

Registration Price

$34.00 Annually

Registered Domains

109,212

Whois Privacy

No

.PK Domain Sales

Domain Price Date Venue
themes.pk $2,000.00 2020-01-07 Sedo
aero.pk $3,000.00 2019-03-11 Sedo
flights.pk $1,500.00 2017-06-15 Sedo
dmasti.pk $350.00 2017-05-07 Sedo
casino.pk $201.00 2017-03-05 Flippa
pay.com.pk $4,500.00 2017-02-03 Sedo

What is a .pk Domain Name?

A .pk domain name is a newly introduced top-level domain for Pakistani Citizens and Organizations.


Who can use a .pk domain name?

A .pk domain name can be used by anyone who has a connection with Pakistan or have any interest in Pakistan.

For instance, if you have a small business in Pakistan, you can register a .pk domain name to create a website.

You can also use a .pk domain name for your blog or personal websites which are based in Pakistan.

Anybody who has been granted permission from PKNIC (Pakistan Internet Names Council) can use a .pk domain name.

You can ensure that you have PKNIC's authorization by submitting an ID card and proof of address documents with your application for the registration of .pk Domain Name.


Who regulates .pk Domain Name?

PKNIC (Pakistan Internet Names Council) is the only authorized entity to issue .pk domain names.

It was founded in 1997 and operates under Nucleus Vision, a not-for-profit organization that focuses on developing the Internet sector of Pakistan.


Tips to choose ideal .pk Domain Name:

You can check out your desired .pk domain name before registering it to ensure that it isn't already registered.

You can also use various tools such as Google AdWords Keyword Planner and Google Trends to figure out which domain names are most popular within your desired niche.

Additionally, you should check whether the .pk domain name is appropriate for your content. For example, if you are creating a website about branding, you should use Branding.pk in place of Brndg.pk because the latter makes little sense to viewers.


What's the Difference Between .com.pk and .pk?

The main difference between these two domain names is that .com extensions are used by companies that operate internationally, while .pk extensions are used for websites that are related to Pakistan.


Common Subdomains for .pk Domain

Apart from the ideal domain name that you would like to use, you can also register common subdomains which will help boost your site's SEO rankings. Some common .pk subdomains include:

.org.pk - The official website of the non-profit organization.

.edu.pk - The official website for universities and colleges in Pakistan.

.com.pk - A website that belongs to a company operating within Pakistan or having a connection with Pakistan in another way.

.gov.pk - This subdomain is reserved for websites belonging to the Government of Pakistan.


Can you register .pk Domain Without Local Presence?

While you have the option of converting your .com domain names into .pk, you cannot convert a .pk domain name into a different extension as it would be considered as a violation of ICANN rules.

You can also purchase a .pk domain name without any local presence in Pakistan. However, you must provide the necessary documents to ensure that your registrant details are legitimate.

For instance, if you are located outside of Pakistan but want to purchase a .pk domain name that is owned by an individual living in Pakistan, you should provide a copy of your ID card and proof of address.


How Much Does .pk Domain Name Cost?

The cost of registering a .pk domain name is PKR 2000 (approximately $17) for 1 year. You can also extend the registration period by submitting an application to PKNIC before the expiration date. The price will vary depending on the domain name and registrar.