
What is a .istanbul domain?
When searching online, Turk internet users expect to see website addresses from Turkey. .ISTANBUL domain names are dedicated to Istanbul, the beautiful capital of Turkey. Whether you are a local Turk, a small business owner, a financial consultant, an energy specialist, or just someone who appreciates historic centers and the best nightlife in Europe, a .ISTANBUL domain name is for you! With a .ISTANBUL domain name you will rank higher in local search results and in the hearts of the locals.
Show your connection to the Turkish culture and commitment to providing the best internet experience in Turkey with .ISTANBUL domain. A .ISTANBUL domain name is short, professional and memorable helping your website stand out in a sea of content online. Istanbul is the most populated city in Turkey. The lavish and lively city is the country's economic, cultural, and historic hub.
Protecting your brand is as important as growing it. Registering your brand name in Istanbul is one of the best preventative measures you can take to secure your trademark and combat copyright infringement. Your domain name is your brand and your brand is you! Register your perfect .ISTANBUL domain name before someone else does.
How do I buy a .istanbul domain?
To purchase your .istanbul domain name, you must first search for the availability of the unique phrase (without spaces or with hyphens). If the domain name is available, you may then add it to the cart to register for up to 10 year(s). If the domain is not available, then either modify your phrase, or inquire about purchasing the name outright through 101domain's Domain Concierge Service.
Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, the registry authorized to operate the .istanbul domain, has accredited 101domain to provide domain registration services for .istanbul domains.
- 101domain is .istanbul Accredited
- You can trust 101domain to do it right, because domain names are our specialty.
- 101domain is uniquely positioned to help guide you through the .istanbul registration process.
- Our business was built on providing simple and timely domain registration services, and superior support once you have your name.

How do I start a .istanbul website?
Once you have registered your .istanbul domain name, if you want to utilize it as a website or email address, you will need to associate it with a cloud-based hosting service like Easy Website Builder, a server-based hosting service like Web Hosting, or an email and collaboration service like Google Workspace.
A website can be built either through a browser-based builder, an installed content management system like WordPress or Drupal, or done professionally by a web designer/developer. Additionally, it is recommended securing your website with SSL, and enhancing your website's speed using Secure Web Accelerator.
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Find your name Find the perfect .istanbul domain using 101domain's powerful search engine.
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How do I transfer a .istanbul domain?
Transferring your .istanbul domain name is a fast and easy process. To get started, you'll need an Authorization Code from the registrar that currently has the domain registered. Once you have that, get started by clicking "Transfer Now" below or visit our Transfers Page, enter your domain name to transfer in, provide the Authorization Code, and our system will process the transfer.
Every .istanbul domain transfer into 101domain includes an additional year(s) renewal, so you're not losing any time, just saving money and gaining the access to the largest portfolio of extensions in the business and 101domain's powerful domain management system. If you are not provided an Authorization Code or having problems locating it, contact our Domain Specialists to help you navigate the process.
Starting @ 24.49 USD / yr
Transfer NowFAQs for .istanbul
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.istanbul domain names are available for 1-10 years.
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The domain registration time frame for .istanbul during general availability is Instant.
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.istanbul Domain Names must:
- have minimum of 1 and a maximum of 63 characters;
- begin with a letter or a number and end with a letter or a number;
- use the English character set and may contain letters (i.e., a-z, A-Z),numbers (i.e. 0-9) and dashes (-) or a combination of these;
- neither begin with, nor end with a dash;
- not contain a dash in the third and fourth positions (e.g. www.ab- -cd.istanbul); and
- not include a space (e.g. www.ab cd.istanbul).
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DNSSEC is available for .istanbul domain. Enabling DNSSEC will protect .istanbul domain names against counterfeit DNS data by providing origin authentication and integrity protection on that data. DNSSEC can be configured in your domain name's DNS panel.
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Trustee Service is not available for .istanbul extension. Trustee Service can help satisfy most local presence requirements when there are restrictions on registering a domain name.
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Your .istanbul domain name can be hosted on any hosting platform, whether a cloud-based website builder service like 101domain.com's Easy Website Builder or server hosting platform like 101domain.com Web Hosting using Plesk.
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Yes. You can activate Private Registration during the purchase of a new .istanbul domain.
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In accordance with ICANN, Generic Top Level Domains (gTLD) have a 40 day "Grace period" in which a domain name can be renewed without incurring an additional fee. Its important to note however that your domain will no longer resolve on the day it expires. After the 40 day grace period, there is a 30 day "Redemption Period" in which you can renew your domain name for an additional $150 USD.
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The registry that manages the registration of domain names with the .istanbul Top Level Domain is Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality. You may visit them at https://www.nic.istanbul/.
Domain Requirements for .istanbul
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Some domain names may be permanently or temporarily reserved or restricted for registry operations, as premium domain names or to comply with ICANN requirements.
To comply with ICANN requirements, all two-character domains shall be initially reserved, however may be released in the future. In addition reserved names for a) International Olympic Committee, b) International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and c) Intergovernmental Organizations, for new gTLDs., are not available in accordance with ICANN. The list of these names can be found here.
How do I renew a .istanbul domain?
Renewing your domain name is simple! Just click "Renew Now" below or visit our Renewals Page, and enter your domain name to renew, or log into your Account Manager, select your ext domain name that you would like to renew, select the term of your renewal, and check out.
We also offer Auto-Renew—a great way to keep your domain name up-to-date without having to worry about letting them accidentally expire. Check your Account Settings to find out if you have Auto-Renew enabled.
Starting @ 28.99 USD / yr
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