Expired .TW Domains
Description
.TW represents the official domain extension or the internet country code top level domain (ccTLD) of Taiwan. It was introduced in 1989 and was intended for entities affiliated to Taiwan or for companies interested in doing business in Taiwan. Although registration is relaxed and unrestricted, registrants must ensure that rights of others or Taiwan laws are not violated.
Registration Requirements
There is no special process needed to register a .TW domain name, no special action is needed on your end.
Intended Use
Popular in Taiwan
.TW Registry Information
Registration Service
Whois Server
whois.twnic.net.tw
Registration Date
1989-07-31
Registration Price
$29.00 Annually
Registered Domains
582,748
Whois Privacy
No
.TW Stats Last 24hrs
| Domains Count | 12 |
| Domains with backlinks | 12 |
| Majestic TF > 5 | 0 |
| Moz DA > 5 | 0 |
| Ahrefs DR > 5 | 0 |
.TW Stats Total
| Domains Count | 68109 |
| Domains with backlinks | 58862 |
| Majestic TF > 5 | 141 |
| Moz DA > 5 | 71 |
| Ahrefs DR > 5 | 39 |
.TW Top Registrars
| Registrar name | Registered domains | Share, % |
|---|---|---|
| CSC Corporate Domains, Inc. | 4 | 0.00% |
| Gandi SAS | 3 | 0.00% |
| GoDaddy.com, LLC | 3 | 0.00% |
| Register.com, Inc. | 2 | 0.00% |
| MarkMonitor Inc. | 2 | 0.00% |
| EuroDNS S.A. | 2 | 0.00% |
| 1API GmbH | 2 | 0.00% |
| Ports Group AB | 1 | 0.00% |
| Dynadot, LLC | 1 | 0.00% |
| Marcaria.com International, Inc. | 1 | 0.00% |
.TW Domain Sales
| Domain | Price | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| services.tw | $868.00 | 2021-11-09 | Sedo |
| hotel.tw | $4,000.00 | 2020-07-09 | Sedo |
| movie.tw | $10,100.00 | 2019-09-05 | Sedo |
| cafe.tw | $10,100.00 | 2019-09-05 | Sedo |
| dai.tw | $2,500.00 | 2019-06-03 | Sedo |
| platinum.tw | $5,000.00 | 2016-12-08 | Sedo |
.tw domain name
A .tw domain name is the country-specific top-level domain (ccTLD) assigned to Taiwan. It can also be used for some businesses based in Thailand or corporations with operations in both countries, but it does not have any restrictions on who may register a .tw domain name.
Who can use a .tw domain name?
Anyone that wants to establish a web presence in Taiwan can use the .tw domain name for their website. This includes businesses located in Taiwan that have a local presence, as well as individuals and businesses based outside of the country.
Who regulates .tw domain name?
The TWNIC (Taiwanese Network Information Center) is the official registry for .tw domain names. This is a non-profit organization that is fully funded by the Taiwanese government. It is responsible for overseeing the management of all top-level domains, including both country-code and generic TLDs assigned to Taiwanese entities or individuals.
Tips to choose ideal .tw Domain Name:
When choosing a .tw domain name, you should consider the following:
- The most common uses for a .tw domain name are to target Taiwanese users or visitors seeking information about Taiwan.
- You can also use it in conjunction with your country code top-level domain (ccTLD), such as .com or .net, if you have a local presence in Taiwan and want to target both Taiwanese users and those interested in doing business with your company.
- Avoid using .tw domain names for exclusive usage of Thailand, as there is a potential risk of confusion. This can be mitigated by including the name of the country or city where you are located within your website's content.
Common subdomains for .tw domain names:
Some of the most common uses for a .tw domain name include website addresses that use these subdomain variations, such as:
edu.tw - This subdomain is used by Taiwanese educational institutions.
gov.tw - This subdomain is reserved for official government agencies and departments operating in Taiwan or any other agency that has been delegated authority to represent the country's interests internationally, such as embassies or international organizations like UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization).
net.tw - This subdomain is used by Taiwanese Internet service providers.
org.tw - This subdomain is reserved for non-profit organizations operating in Taiwan or any other groups that have been delegated authority to represent the country's interests internationally, such as embassies or international organizations like UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization).
What documents do you need to register .tw Domain Name?
Individuals or businesses based in Taiwan need to produce a special document called an "ID card" when registering a .tw domain name. If you are not located within the country, then you may register your .tw domain without this requirement. However, you will still need to provide proof of business registration (if you are a company) or documentation indicating the link between your website and Taiwan (such as an official letter from your government).
How much does .tw Domain Name cost?
The price for registering any new domain name, including those ending in .tw, is determined by various factors such as the top level domain, age of your registration and specific domain name extension. The average price for a .tw domain is around $85 (USD).
