.pl
country-code
The .pl domain is Poland's official country code top-level domain. It is managed by the Research and Academic Computer Network, better known as NASK. Originally created for Polish institutions and businesses, .pl is now open for registration by anyone worldwide through accredited registrars. The registry offers several subdomains like .com.pl, .gov.pl, and .edu.pl, each with specific eligibility rules. NASK also runs the registry services website DNS.pl and maintains a whois service. The domain was officially registered on July 30, 1990, making it one of the earliest country code TLDs. It has since grown into one of Europe's most widely used national domains. Poland's internet backbone is managed by NASK, a research and development organization that also provides cybersecurity services. The .pl zone is known for its strong DNSSEC adoption and reliable infrastructure.
History
Poland was one of the first countries to register a country code domain, securing .pl in 1990 just months after the fall of the Iron Curtain. NASK started as a small university network in 1991 before taking over full management of the domain. The early years saw .pl grow slowly alongside Poland's post communist internet expansion.
Eligibility and restrictions
No general restrictions for the main .pl TLD. However, subdomains like .gov.pl and .edu.pl require proof of eligibility from respective government or educational bodies. Registrants must use an accredited registrar.
At a glance
- ASCII TLD
- .pl
- Type
- country-code
- Sponsoring organisation
- Research and Academic Computer Network
- Country
- Poland (PL)
- IANA record
- IANA root zone DB
Other country-code TLDs
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- .kw Communications and Information Technology Regulato
- .es Red.es
- .gg Island Networks Ltd.
- .tj Information Technology Center
- .қаз Association of IT Companies of Kazakhstan
- .hm HM Domain Registry