.cologne Domain
.cologne is the geographic extension for the German city of Cologne (Köln), registered with IANA on 13 March 2014. It has 4,391 registered domains, with a notable 88.20% active in the DNS zone, and is dominated by German registrars like RegistryGate and 1&1 IONOS.
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About the .COLOGNE domain
What is the .COLOGNE domain?
Uses of .COLOGNE
Who is the .COLOGNE domain for?
These are the most common situations where .COLOGNE is the ideal extension.
Cologne businesses and shops
Companies, stores and professionals based in the city wanting to reflect their location in the domain.
Local events like Cologne Carnival
Sites for events, festivities and traditions specific to the city, such as the famous Karneval.
Tourism and hospitality in Cologne
Hotels, restaurants and tourist services looking to reinforce their local identity.
Real estate and local professional services
Real estate agencies, firms and professionals operating specifically in the Cologne region.
Local media and blogs
Digital publications focused on news and content relevant to the city.
Cultural institutions and associations
Cultural organizations and associations linked to Cologne's identity.
.COLOGNE vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .COLOGNE with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .cologne This page | Businesses and projects linked to Cologne, Germany | None formal | Contact us |
| .koeln | German-language alternative for the same city | None formal | Contact us |
| .de | Germany in general | None | Contact us |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .COLOGNE 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 .COLOGNE domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .COLOGNE domain
Who manages the .cologne domain?
dotKoeln GmbH, based in Vienna, Austria, since 2018. It was previously under NetCologne and punkt.wien GmbH. It was registered with IANA on 13 March 2014.
Why does .cologne have such a high real-use rate?
88.20% of registered domains are actually active in the DNS zone, indicating the vast majority correspond to published sites rather than parked registrations.
Do I need a connection to Cologne to register this domain?
There is no mandatory formal verification, though the real registrar profile — dominated by German companies — confirms usage is heavily concentrated among businesses and individuals with a genuine connection to the city.
What's the difference between .cologne and .koeln?
They are managed by the same operator (dotKoeln GmbH) and represent the same city: .cologne uses the English/French name and .koeln the German name.
How much does a .cologne domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm current pricing.
Can I register my .cologne domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing for this extension.
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