Albanian Domain is .AL and is the Internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Albania. It is administered by the Electronic and Postal Communications Authority of Albania (AKEP). AKEP recommends that .al domain registrations be performed with one of the AKEP accredited registrars.

As of 2021, there are 24 000 registered .AL Domains

There are 8 private Accredited Registrars to Register .AL Domains.

Who can Register an Albanian Domain?

Registering .AL domains is allowed natural and legal persons, Albanian and foreign, with no local presence requirements.

Second-level domains (.COM.AL, .NET.AL, .ORG.AL or .EDU.AL) do require a local presence.

Domain names should be between 2 and 63 characters. Although the Albanian language has some special characters, the registry has not enabled the use of IDN characters.

Uses and Popularity

Local Businesses: Many Albanian companies and organizations use .al domains to establish a local online presence.
International Appeal: The domain is also popular with international businesses and individuals looking for unique and short domain names. For example, it can be creatively used as a play on words or acronyms (e.g., “personal.al” or “digit.al”).
Tech and Startups: Startups and tech companies, especially those in the digital and creative industries, often choose .al domains for branding purposes.

Benefits

Unique Branding: The relatively lesser-known status of .al can make it easier to find short and memorable domain names, which might not be available in more common TLDs like .com or .net.
Localized Identity: For businesses targeting the Albanian market, a .al domain can help signal a local presence and build trust with Albanian consumers.

The .al domain offers a unique and versatile option for both local and international users. Whether for businesses seeking to emphasize their Albanian roots or for creative branding, .al domains provide an appealing choice for those looking to establish a distinct online identity.