Extension
.at
.at in short
The .at domain is the country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Austria, operated by nic.at since 1988. Registration is open to anyone worldwide with no local-presence requirement, making it the standard choice for Austrian websites.
.at at a glance
Type
ccTLD — Country-code top-level domain
Registry
nic.at
Launched
1988
Country / scope
Austria
Restrictions
Open to anyone — no Austrian residency required
Typical price
$15/yr
Example sites
Austrian sites
Source: IANA root zone database & registry data · methodology
Where to register a .at domain
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What does .at mean?
The .at extension is the national domain of Austria, where “at” is the ISO country code (from the German Österreich via the Latin Austria). It has been delegated since 1988 and is run by nic.at in Salzburg. For Austrian businesses, media and individuals it is the default, locally trusted address — the equivalent of .de for Germany.
A neat quirk: because “at” is also the English word and the @-symbol’s name, .at is occasionally used worldwide for clever domain hacks (e.g. pic.at-style names), though its primary role is firmly Austrian.
Who uses .at?
Austrian companies, e-commerce stores, newspapers and broadcasters, public bodies and private individuals. Austrians strongly prefer a local .at for anything aimed at the home market — it signals genuine local presence, helps with German-language local SEO and reassures customers. International registrants also pick it up for short domain hacks.
.at registration rules and requirements
Refreshingly simple: .at is open. There is no Austrian residency, citizenship or business requirement — anyone anywhere can register one on a first-come, first-served basis. nic.at requires valid contact details and an administrative contact, but imposes no presence test, which makes .at one of the easier European ccTLDs to obtain.
How much does a .at cost?
A .at domain typically costs about $13–$20 per year depending on the registrar. Austrian registrars and international resellers both offer it; prices are stable and there are rarely aggressive first-year gimmicks.
| Registrar type | Typical .at price (per year) |
|---|---|
| Austrian registrars | ~$13–18/yr |
| International resellers | ~$15–20/yr |
.at pros and cons
Pros
- The trusted, default domain for the Austrian market.
- Open registration — no residency or business requirement.
- Strong local-SEO signal for German-language Austrian sites.
- Occasionally useful worldwide for ‘.at’ domain hacks.
Cons
- Carries little meaning outside Austria.
- Pricier than the cheapest open ccTLDs.
- Best names in the small Austrian market are often taken.
- Not a substitute for .com on the global stage.
Example .at websites
- Austrian retailers, newspapers and broadcasters on .at.
- Public-sector and institutional Austrian sites.
- Occasional international ‘.at’ domain hacks built on the word/@ pun.
.at — frequently asked questions
What is the .at domain?
The .at domain is the country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Austria, operated by nic.at since 1988. Registration is open to anyone worldwide with no local-presence requirement, making it the standard choice for Austrian websites.
Who can register a .at domain?
Anyone, anywhere. .at has open registration with no Austrian residency, citizenship or business requirement — you only need valid contact and administrative details with nic.at.
How much does a .at domain cost?
A .at domain typically costs around $13–$20 per year, with stable pricing and few first-year gimmicks. Austrian registrars and international resellers both offer it.
Is .at good for SEO in Austria?
Yes. As Austria’s country-code domain, .at is a clear local-relevance signal that helps a site rank for Austrian audiences and reassures local customers, more effectively than a generic .com targeting the same market.