.akdn Domain
.akdn is a single-registrant brand (.brand) domain, delegated in 2016 and managed by Fondation Aga Khan, with technical operations run by Afilias, for the exclusive use of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN).
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About the .AKDN domain
What is the .AKDN domain?
As with .agakhan, this domain is reserved exclusively for the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) and the numerous agencies that make it up in the fields of health, education, economic development, and culture. The registration policy makes no provision whatsoever for selling, distributing, or transferring second-level domains to parties outside the Foundation itself or its representatives, which completely excludes any possibility of public registration for individuals or external companies.
.akdn, like its sibling extension .agakhan, is a single-registrant domain: reserved exclusively for the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) and its member agencies, with the Foundation having no intention of selling, distributing, or transferring domains to parties outside the network itself. There is no public registration process available. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .AKDN
Who is the .AKDN domain for?
These are the most common situations where .AKDN is the ideal extension.
Agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN)
The only real use of this extension, reserved for the network and its bodies.
Not available to the general public
No individual or external company can register a .akdn domain.
.AKDN vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .AKDN with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .akdn This page | Exclusive use by AKDN and its agencies | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .org | Non-profit organizations in general | None | $12.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .AKDN domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .AKDN domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .AKDN domain
Can I register a .akdn domain?
No, this extension is reserved exclusively for the Aga Khan Development Network and its affiliated agencies.
How is it different from .agakhan?
Both are sibling extensions sponsored by the same Foundation; .akdn specifically identifies the development network, while .agakhan is tied to the Foundation's own name.
Who manages the .akdn domain?
Fondation Aga Khan, with technical operations run by Afilias. It was delegated to the root zone on March 31, 2016.
Is there any commercial way to get a .akdn domain?
No, there are no registrars offering this extension to the public.
What alternative does miHosting recommend?
A generic extension like .org, suitable for institutional projects. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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