Who can buy a .gr domain name?
Anyone can register a .gr domain. You do not need to be a citizen or resident of Greece.
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What are
.GR
domains?
The .gr domain extension is the country code top-level domain (TLD) for Greece. It is a perfect choice for Greek individuals, businesses and organizations looking to grow their online presence.
Where did the .gr domain come from?
The .gr top-level domain became available in 1989. In the three decades since the launch of this domain extension, it has become a popular and established option for Greek website owners.
What is the purpose of the .gr domain name?
A .gr domain is a great choice if you want to emphasize your Greek identity online or target Greek consumers with your website. Using this domain can also help improve your local SEO results within Greece.
.GR domain features:
DNS Management
Whois Privacy Protection
Domain Forwarding
Domain Lock
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ about .gr domains
For how many years can you register a .gr domain?
You can only register a .gr domain for a period of two years. After these two years have passed, you can renew the domain for another two years, and so on. It is not possible to register this domain for only one year.
How can I check if the domain I want is available?
Simply use the domain search bar at the top of this page and enter the name of your choice. A new window will open, and you will immediately see if the name you want is still free. If the name of your choice is not available, our system will automatically show you some options that are still free instead.
Can I hide my contact details for my domain, so they are not shown in the Whois database?
Yes, this is possible for this extension. You can enable this option when you purchase a domain through the Openprovider control panel.
How can I renew my domain?
You can easily renew your domain through the Openprovider control panel. You will receive multiple reminders by email when your domain is due to be renewed. Another option is to turn on the auto-renew feature in the control panel, which ensures that your domain is automatically renewed as long as you have sufficient balance on your account.
What is the registration policy of .gr?
.gr domain names should be between 2-63 characters in length. They may contain letters (a-z), numbers (0-9) and hyphens. Internationalized domain names are supported for Greek.
What is the renewal policy of .gr?
Your .gr domain will be renewed automatically if you have the auto-renew feature turned on and if you have enough balance in your account. If your domain is expired, you will have 15 days to restore your domain at an additional fee before it is deleted.