.obi Domain
.obi is a brand domain delegated in 2015 and reserved exclusively for OBI Group Holding SE & Co. KGaA, a German DIY and home improvement chain, based in Wermelskirchen.
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About the .OBI domain
What is the .OBI domain?
OBI is a prominent German DIY and home improvement retail chain, founded in 1970, with hundreds of stores in Germany and other European countries. As with other extensions under Specification 13, .obi is reserved exclusively for the company's own corporate use, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies.
.obi is a single-registrant brand extension, reserved exclusively for OBI, the German DIY and home improvement chain, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .OBI
Who is the .OBI domain for?
These are the most common situations where .OBI is the ideal extension.
Corporate use by OBI
The only real use of this extension, tied to the DIY chain's identity.
Not available to the general public
No external company or individual can register a .obi domain.
.OBI vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .OBI with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .obi This page | Corporate use by OBI Group Holding SE & Co. KGaA | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .com | Any home improvement project available for registration | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .OBI 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 .OBI domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .OBI domain
Can I register a .obi domain?
No, this extension is reserved exclusively for OBI's corporate use.
What is OBI?
A prominent German DIY and home improvement retail chain, founded in 1970.
Who manages the .obi domain?
OBI Group Holding SE & Co. KGaA, based in Wermelskirchen. It was delegated to the root zone on September 21, 2015.
Is there any commercial way to get a .obi domain?
No, there are no registrars offering this extension to the public.
What alternative does miHosting recommend?
A generic extension like .com, available immediately. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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