.ax Domain
.ax is the ccTLD of the Åland Islands, an autonomous archipelago of Finland, registered with IANA on June 21, 2006. Until September 5, 2016, it required a genuine connection to Åland; since then, the Åland Government fully liberalized registration, now open to anyone in the world.
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About the .AX domain
What is the .AX domain?
Although the extension was originally intended for Åland companies, associations, and individuals, its policy changed significantly on September 5, 2016: the Åland Government completely removed the previous local-connection restrictions, opening registration to individuals and entities worldwide on a strict first-come, first-served basis, with no geographic or local connection to the archipelago required. Since then, no company registered in Åland or local administrative contact is required, and domain names can be between 2 and 63 characters, including internationalized characters (IDN).
Uses of .AX
Who is the .AX domain for?
These are the most common situations where .AX is the ideal extension.
Business and tourism in the Åland Islands
The most direct, geographically coherent use: businesses and tourism services in the archipelago.
International projects (since 2016)
Thanks to the liberalization, anyone or any company in the world can register .ax with no connection to Åland.
Baltic nautical tourism
The archipelago is a recognized destination for sailing and maritime tourism in the Baltic.
Scandinavian and Nordic brands
An unusual ccTLD alternative for projects with a Nordic identity.
Åland autonomous institutions
Public bodies and associations tied to the archipelago's autonomous government.
Domains with internationalized characters (IDN)
Projects needing to register names with special Swedish or other-language characters.
.AX vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .AX with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .ax This page | Any project since 2016 (previously, Åland only) | None since Sept. 2016 | Check price |
| .fi | Finland (mainland territory) | Connection to Finland or EU/EEA | Check price |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .AX domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .AX domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .AX domain
Do I need a connection to the Åland Islands to register a .ax domain?
No, not since September 5, 2016. Before that date a genuine connection to the archipelago was required; now it is open to anyone in the world.
Who manages the .ax domain?
The Government of the Åland Islands (Ålands landskapsregering), with technical infrastructure operated by Ålands Telekommunikation Ab. It was registered with IANA on June 21, 2006.
What characters does a .ax domain accept?
Between 2 and 63 characters, including internationalized domain names (IDN) with special characters.
Is .ax the same as .fi (Finland)?
No. Although Åland is an autonomous territory of Finland, .ax is its own independent ccTLD with its own registration policy, separate from Finland's .fi.
How much does a .ax domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .ax domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price for this extension.
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