About .sarl domain
.sarl is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) operated by Donuts (Delta Orchard, LLC). It was delegated to the root zone in August 2014 after Donuts prevailed in a private auction against another applicant. The registry's application included a Public Interest Commitment to maintain open registration while providing a Whois field for government entities to note a registrant's corporate status.
Who can register .sarl domain
Registration for .sarl domains is open to everyone globally, with no formal restrictions based on geographic location or corporate status. Donuts operates this TLD under an open registration model, meaning any individual or entity can register a domain. The registry does not require verification of a registrant's status as a Société à responsabilité limitée or any other legal form.
How to register .sarl domain
- Search for your desired .sarl domain name at any ICANN-accredited registrar to check its availability and see if it is a standard or premium name.
- Compare pricing, registration term lengths (typically 1-10 years), and add-on services like WHOIS privacy or email forwarding offered by different registrars before selecting one.
- Complete the checkout process, providing accurate registrant contact information as required by ICANN policy for your chosen registration term.
- After purchase, verify your contact email and configure your domain's DNS settings, such as nameservers, to point to your hosting provider.
Typical uses of .sarl domain
The .sarl extension is most commonly used by businesses, particularly those structured as a Société à responsabilité limitée, a form of limited liability company prevalent in French and other civil law jurisdictions. It provides a direct, descriptive web address for such firms, signaling their legal structure. Beyond this primary use, the TLD is also adopted by organizations, associations, or projects whose acronym matches "SARL," such as sports leagues or community groups, seeking a short and memorable domain.
Tips for registering .sarl domain
- Domains can typically be registered for 1 to 10 years, with renewal at standard rates.
- WHOIS privacy protection is generally available as an optional add-on purchase from registrars.
- After registration, domains are usually subject to a 60-day transfer lock, preventing transfers to another registrar.
- The registry operates a Sunrise Period for trademark holders, followed by a general availability phase for all registrants.