Below are answers to frequently asked questions about registering, hosting and managing a .ae domain name.
.ae domain registration questions
How long can I register a .ae domain name for?
.ae domain names can be registered for a period of one to five years.
How long does it take to register a .ae domain name?
Registration is usually completed instantly after a successful order and payment. It can take additional time for DNS changes to propagate across the internet.
What characters and lengths are allowed in a .ae domain name?
A .ae domain name must:
- Contain between 2 and 63 characters.
- Use letters from a to z, numbers from 0 to 9 and hyphens.
- Begin and end with a letter or number.
- Not begin or end with a hyphen.
- Not contain hyphens in both the third and fourth positions.
- Not contain spaces.
Hosting and privacy questions
How do I host my .ae domain name?
tasjeel.ae provides web hosting and email hosting for .ae domains. You can order hosting with your domain or add it later.
Can I hide my .ae domain registration information?
Private registration is not available for .ae domains. WHOIS information is handled in accordance with current aeDA data collection and display policies.
Is there a grace period for a .ae domain?
.ae domains follow the aeDA domain lifecycle for renewal, expiry and deletion. Renew your domain before its expiry date. If it has already expired, contact tasjeel.ae support immediately to check its current status and renewal options.
.ae registry and policy questions
Who manages .ae domain names?
The .ae namespace is managed by the .ae Domain Administration (aeDA), which is part of the UAE Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA).
Where can I find the .ae domain dispute policy?
The latest .ae domain policies, including dispute and complaints information, are available from the TDRA aeDA policy pages.
