.TK represents the official domain extension or the internet country code top level domain (ccTLD) of Tokelau. This ccTLD was introduced in 1997 and was intended for entities associated with Tokelau. Dot TK is the authorized agency that carries out (dot)TK registry.
There is no special process needed to register a .TK domain name, no special action is needed on your end.
Entities connected with Tokelau
$18.00 Annually
5,648,128
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Registrar name | Registered domains | Share, % |
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Key-Systems GmbH | 1,902 | 0.01% |
1API GmbH | 214 | 0.00% |
GoDaddy.com, LLC | 7 | 0.00% |
Mesh Digital Limited | 5 | 0.00% |
Network Solutions, LLC | 1 | 0.00% |
OnlineNIC, Inc. | 1 | 0.00% |
IONOS SE | 1 | 0.00% |
Google LLC | 1 | 0.00% |
Nics Telekomunikasyon A.S. | 1 | 0.00% |
Domain | Price | Date | Venue |
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rvloans.tk | $125.00 | 2017-01-21 | Flippa |
A .tk domain name is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Tokelau. It was established in 1990 and is managed by the Tokelau Network Information Center (T.NIC) based in Takume, Tokelau.
It is marketed as a way for people to easily access websites with 'dot-tk' names and it can be used to enhance website presence of all kinds: commercial, non-profit organizations, and individuals alike.
Any person or organization can register a .tk domain name. There is no requirement for local presence in Tokelau and the registration process only takes minutes to complete so it makes it an easy, quick, and cheap option for anyone looking to enhance their online visibility with an internationally recognized website.
The T.NIC operates under the technical direction of a Council made up of representatives from three groups: T.NIC itself, Governmental Advisory Committee, and Country Code Names Supporting Organization.
When choosing your .tk domain name you should ensure that it meets certain requirements such as being between three and 63 characters long with no
Yes, Tokelau has one of the best security systems in place to protect its users and their personal information so you can rest assured your website will be quite secure when using this extension.
.co.tk - This is a generic domain that can be used for commercial purposes.
.ac.tk - This is an academic extension and is perfect if you run a school, college or university website as it allows your students to access their information easily online from any location around the world with just one simple .ac address.
.me.uk - This is a perfect domain to use if you operate an online business in the United Kingdom.
.org.tk - This is a perfect option if your website falls under the non-profit organization category.
.biz.tk - This is a good option if you operate an online business.
Yes, it is possible to buy this extension without the local presence or hosting so all of your website files can be hosted anywhere around the world with just one simple address ending in '.tk'.
However, it is important to be aware that if you do not have a local presence there will be certain limitations such as not being able to open a bank account in Tokelau.
Once you have chosen your .tk domain name, you will need to provide an authorization code from the T.NIC and a copy of your company's registration certificate or similar document that contains basic information such as: organization's address, contact person details, tax number/VAT ID etc.
The cost of a .tk domain name varies depending on the level of service you require from your provider.
For example, if you would like to purchase a .com.tk domain it will cost around $14 per year but with no annual contract and free privacy protection included.
A .tk domain costs around $18 per year, also with no annual contract required.