.fr Domain — the official extension of France
The .fr is France's country-code domain, the EU's second economy. Essential for any business wanting to sell, communicate or rank in the French market of 67 million consumers.
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About the .FR domain
What is the .FR domain?
To register a .fr you must be an individual or legal entity resident or established in the European Union, the European Economic Area (Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) or Switzerland. EU citizens and businesses qualify without any additional requirements.
Uses of .FR
Who is the .FR domain for?
These are the most common situations where .FR is the ideal extension.
Businesses exporting to France
France is one of the largest trading partners for many European countries. A business with a .fr generates immediate trust among French consumers, who clearly prefer national URLs.
E-commerce targeting the French market
Online shops selling to France, the third largest e-commerce market in Europe. A .fr improves CTR on Google.fr and increases conversion rates with French customers.
Food, wine and artisanal products
Exporters selling directly to French consumers or distributors — wine, olive oil, charcuterie, gourmet products and artisanal goods.
Tourism and hospitality for French visitors
France is one of the top tourist-origin countries. Hotels, holiday rentals, tourist routes and agencies attracting French visitors greatly benefit from a .fr.
Culture, fashion and design
France is a world reference in fashion, art and design. Brands and creatives wanting to connect with the French market in its cultural reference areas.
Brand protection in France
Companies with a presence in France registering their .fr to protect their brand and prevent unauthorised use in the EU's second-largest market.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .FR domain
.FR vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .FR with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .fr This page | French market | EU/EEA/Switzerland residency | $8.99/year |
| .de | German market | AdminC in Germany | $8.99/year |
| .eu | Entire European Union | EU citizens/businesses | $8.99/year |
| .es | Spanish market | Tied to Spain | $8.99/year |
| .com | Global market | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .FR 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 .FR domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .FR domain
Can a non-French company register a .fr?
Yes, directly and without additional restrictions. Since 2011, AFNIC allows .fr registration by any individual or legal entity with residence or headquarters in the European Union, EEA or Switzerland. Any EU company or self-employed professional can register a .fr without special procedures.
Does .fr offer any SEO advantage for searches in France?
Yes. Google treats .fr as a geotargetable ccTLD for the French market. Correctly configured in Google Search Console, it can favour rankings on Google.fr over a .com without geotargeting. For searches with local or commercial intent in France, .fr is the most direct extension.
Why do French consumers prefer .fr?
France has a strong cultural identity and a marked national preference in its consumption habits. User behaviour studies show that French consumers trust and click more frequently on .fr URLs than .com for national searches. It is a cultural difference that translates into higher CTR and conversion rates.
Do I need a French address to register a .fr?
No. Since the 2011 reform, it is enough to have residence or headquarters in the EU, EEA or Switzerland. A French postal address or local administrative contact is not required — unlike .de.
Can I register a .fr with French special characters (é, à, ç)?
Yes. AFNIC supports IDN domains with French characters: é, è, ê, à, â, ù, û, ô, î, ï, ç and œ. This allows registering domains like café.fr or château.fr, although in practice domains without accents are more common for universal compatibility.
Can I transfer my .fr domain to miHosting?
Yes. Transferring a .fr to miHosting has no additional management cost. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar. The process takes 5 to 7 business days.
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