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.tv Summary
The .tv domain extension is a top-level domain (TLD) that represents the island nation of Tuvalu. Although originally intended for websites related to Tuvalu, it has gained global popularity due to its association with 'television', making it coveted by media and entertainment companies. As such, a significant portion of the revenue generated from the .tv domain sales goes directly to Tuvalu, providing much-needed income for the nation. It should be noted that while this extension is widely used, it doesn't necessarily indicate the website's content will be related to either Tuvalu or television.
.tv Facts
The .tv domain extension is the internet country code for Tuvalu, a Polynesian island nation within the Pacific Ocean. The Tuvalu government entered into a partnership with a private company, initially called dotTV, to capitalize on its interesting extension in the late 1990s. As a result, many media and entertainment companies are attracted to using .tv, given the association with television. In fact, the licensing of the .tv domain has become a significant source of income for Tuvalu, contributing to about 10% of the national annual gross income. Among the famous users of the .tv domain is the streaming giant Twitch, which uses twitch.tv.
.tv Benefits
Owning a .tv domain name can provide significant benefits, especially for businesses and individuals involved in broadcasting, video production, and streaming. The .tv extension immediately associates your site with multimedia content, inviting users who are looking for videos and similar content. Furthermore, the .tv domain stands out, setting your website apart from the plethora of .com and .net sites, which can aid in brand differentiation. Not only this, but it also offers a broader choice of website names, as compared to more standard domains like .com, which are heavily populated. Finally, it brings in higher monetization avenues for your website as advertisers and sponsors are more likely to partner with business domains related to television and multimedia content.
.tv Uses
The .tv domain extension is primarily used by individuals or business entities revolving around television and video content creation, it's commonly utilized by digital broadcasters, streaming services, video bloggers or vloggers, and any video content-focused Entity. It is also a favored choice for online learning platforms that rely heavily on video tutorials and webinars. Furthermore, businesses, such as marketing agencies, use the .tv domain to host their video advertisements or client testimonials. For individuals, particularly influencers and independent content creators, using a .tv extension can establish their niche in video content, attract more targeted audiences, and make their website more memorable.
.tv Frequently Asked Questions
What is a .tv domain name?
A .tv domain name is an internet domain suffix that is often used by television and video related websites. Despite its common association with TV, the .tv domain is actually the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the Pacific island nation of Tuvalu. Companies usually use it when their desired .com domain name is already taken or they want to emphasize a video or television-related nature of their site.
Why should I use a .tv extension?
A .tv domain name extension is beneficial if your website is related to television, video streaming, or multimedia services as it immediately communicates the nature of your content to users. It's also suitable if you are targeting the country Tuvalu, as .tv is their country code top-level domain. Using a .tv domain can make your website easily recognized and recalled.
Who is able to buy a .tv domain name?
Anyone, regardless of their geographical location or the type of their business, is able to buy a .tv domain name. There are no specific restrictions or qualifications needed. These domain names are particularly popular among companies in the entertainment and media industry.
Where can I buy a .tv domain name?
A .tv domain name can be purchased from any of the providers in the Registrars list.
Controleer domein beschikbaarheid
Zoek uit of een .tv domein beschikbaar is voor registratie.
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Registrators (53)
| Registrator | Registratie | Vernieuw | Overdracht | WHOIS-privacy | Belasting / Vergoedingen | Gratis functies | Beoordeling | Betaling | 3 Jaar Waarde Score |
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| €➜ $62.27 | €➜ $62.27 | €➜ $62.27 | €➜ $5.28 |
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| $34.99 | $34.99 | $34.99 | $0.00 | Geen |
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| $39.99 | $39.99 | $39.99 | Geen |
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| $29.99 | $49.99 | $8.99 | Geen |
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| C$➜ $36.49 | C$➜ $40.14 | C$➜ $36.49 | C$➜ $6.39 |
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| $37.99 | $37.99 | $37.99 | $5.00 | Geen |
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| £➜ $34.30 | £➜ $34.30 | £➜ $34.30 | £➜ $0.00 |
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| $129.00 | $132.49 | $132.49 |
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| $33.50 | $33.50 | $27.00 | $0.00 |
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| $35.26 | $35.26 | $35.26 | $5.03 |
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| $48.99 | $52.90 | $52.90 | $0.00 |
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| $36.00 | $36.00 | $36.00 | $0.00 |
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| $9.99 | $34.95 | $34.95 | $0.00 | Geen |
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| $26.25 | $26.25 | $26.25 | Geen |
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| $26.24 | $26.24 | $26.24 | $0.00 | Geen |
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| €➜ $28.81 | €➜ $34.58 | €➜ $34.58 |
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| $55.00 | $55.00 | $55.00 | $7.22 |
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| €➜ $38.05 | €➜ $38.05 | €➜ $38.05 | €➜ $5.76 |
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| $33.75 | $33.75 | $33.75 | $8.00 |
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| $39.00 | $39.00 | $39.00 | $9.00 | Geen |
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| €➜ $40.91 | €➜ $40.91 | €➜ $40.91 | €➜ $2.53 |
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| $29.98 | $40.98 | $28.98 | $0.00 | Geen |
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| $26.83 | $26.83 | $26.83 | $0.00 | Geen |
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| $41.99 | $46.99 | $26.99 | $4.99 |
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| $37.89 | $37.89 | $26.83 | Geen |
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| $26.29 | $26.99 | $26.29 | $0.00 |
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$38.17 | $38.17 | $38.17 | $5.00 | Geen |
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| €➜ $51.87 | €➜ $51.87 | €➜ $51.87 | €➜ $0.00 | Geen |
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| ₹➜ $29.12 | ₹➜ $28.64 | ₹➜ $29.12 | ₹➜ $10.98 |
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| $49.99 | $49.99 | $49.99 |
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| $39.88 | $47.88 | $39.88 | $2.88 | Geen |
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| $26.92 | $26.92 | $27.53 | Geen |
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| £➜ $50.85 | £➜ $50.85 | £➜ $50.85 | £➜ $0.00 |
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- Registratieprijzen van $9.98 tot $129.00
- goedkoopste prijs
- beste waarde
Alle prijzen in USD. Prijzen zijn inclusief ICANN- en setupkosten. Prijzen voor registratie/verlenging/overdracht zijn voor een periode van 1 jaar.
Prijzen
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Groothandelsprijzen
Prijzen die door het register van de extensie aan registrars in rekening worden gebracht voor een domeinnaam. |
registratie
£➜ $25.00
vernieuwing
£➜ $25.00
overdracht
£➜ $25.00
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Gemiddelde Registrar Prijzen
Gemiddelde prijzen van alle actief vermelde registrars en providers. |
registratie
£➜ $36.93
vernieuwing
£➜ $40.16
overdracht
£➜ $37.50
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Mediaan Registrar Prijzen
Mediaanprijzen van alle actief vermelde registrars en providers. |
registratie
£➜ $36.25
vernieuwing
£➜ $36.95
overdracht
£➜ $36.95
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Goedkoopste prijsgeschiedenis
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Entiteit/Land
De vertegenwoordigde geografische regio of entiteit. |
Tuvalu |
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Beoogd gebruik
Algemene informatie over hoe het TLD naar verwachting zal worden gebruikt door registranten. |
Used as an abbreviation of television, the domain is currently operated by dotTV, a VeriSign company; the Tuvalu government owns twenty percent of the company. |
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Categorieën
Classificatiegroepen waartoe de organisatie behoort. |
Media, kunst en muziek, Landen |
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Domeinniveau
Het aantal door punten gescheiden labels in de volledige domeinextensie. |
Topniveaudomein |
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Type
Het type domein (gTLD/ccTLD/grTLD/sTLD/infrastructure/test) |
ccTLD |
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Nieuw gTLD
Als dit wordt beschouwd als een nieuw generiek topleveldomein (d.w.z. gelanceerd door ICANN ergens na 2013). |
Geen |
Beleid
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Beperkingen
Beperkingen die het register heeft opgelegd aan registraties. |
Geen bekende beperkingen |
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Lokale aanwezigheid vereist
Als het register vereist dat de inschrijver een fysiek adres in de regio heeft. |
Geen |
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Ondersteunde DNSSEC
Als de DNS-zone van het register DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC) ondersteunt. |
Ja |
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Premium domeinen
Als de registry hogere prijzen vraagt voor bepaalde "premium" domeinnamen. |
Registraties |
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Minimale registratiejaren
Minimum aantal jaren dat een domein geregistreerd kan worden op het moment van aankoop. |
1 |
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Minimale verlengingsjaren
Minimaal aantal jaren dat een domein kan worden verlengd. |
1 |
Register
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Website register
De website van de registry voor informatie over TLD-registratie. |
www.tv |
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WHOIS-server
Hostnaam van de server van het register waarop de contactgegevens van de domeinregistrant worden opgeslagen. |
tvwhois.verisign-grs.com |
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Beheersorganisatie
Entiteit die verantwoordelijk is voor het beheer van het TLD. |
Ministry of Finance and Tourism |
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Beheersorganisatie Adres
Fysieke locatie van beheerorganisatie. |
2 Vaiaku Rd Vaiaku Funafuti Tuvalu |
Domein Syntax
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Minimaal registreerbare tekens
Minimale toegestane lengte van het label om geregistreerd te worden. |
2 |
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Maximaal registreerbare tekens
Maximale labellengte die geregistreerd mag worden. |
63 |
Nameservers
De root nameservers van het register die de gezaghebbende nameservers van alle geregistreerde domeinen opslaan.
| Hostnaam | IPv4-adres | IPv6-adres |
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| ac3.nstld.com | 192.42.175.30 | 2001:500:122:0:0:0:0:30 |
| ac2.nstld.com | 192.42.174.30 | 2001:500:121:0:0:0:0:30 |
| ac1.nstld.com | 192.42.173.30 | 2001:500:120:0:0:0:0:30 |
| ac4.nstld.com | 192.42.176.30 | 2001:500:123:0:0:0:0:30 |