Choose the spelling your audience uses
Cologne and Köln name the same city, but the domain endings .cologne and .koeln are separate. Think about the language customers use when recalling the address.
UK-based support · Since 2002
.cologne domain names
A city address with an international spelling.
A .cologne domain uses the English name for Köln. It can suit a local business or project that wants the city identity to be readily understood by an international audience.
£35.95 /yr + VAT · £43.14 including VAT
One-year renewal: £35.95 + VAT (£43.14 including VAT). Compare registration terms ↓
Who can register?
Choose a name under dotKoeln’s registration policies. Reserved, blocked or premium names may not be available at standard pricing. Registry guidance (opens in a new tab)↗
Choose with confidence
Is .cologne right for your idea?
Avoid repeating the location unnecessarily
The ending already supplies Cologne. A short trading name before it may be clearer than a long combination of the city and several service keywords.
Check rights and premium status
A familiar local name may belong to another organisation or be classified differently by the registry. Search availability is only one part of choosing the address.
Know what you’ll pay
.cologne registration and renewal prices
Choose your registration term at order review. Prices below are the total upfront cost for a standard domain, not a monthly payment.
Annual renewal: £35.95 + VAT
£43.14 including VAT at today’s price.
Longer renewal terms may differ from registration offers. Review the renewal price before paying. Premium names are excluded from standard prices.
| Term | Total + VAT | Including VAT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | £35.95 | £43.14 |
| 2 years | £71.90 | £86.28 |
| 3 years | £107.85 | £129.42 |
| 5 years | £179.75 | £215.70 |
VAT shown at 20%. Prices checked 7 September 2026. Your order confirms the final price and availability.
About this extension
The story behind .cologne
- Domain family
- Geographic generic domain
- Registry operator
- dotKoeln GmbH
dotKoeln GmbH is responsible for this domain registry. Registration through UK Cheapest and the website or email service you connect are separate parts of using the name. IANA: .cologne registry record (opens in a new tab)
The background to .cologne
IANA’s registry record for .cologne dates from March 2014. A geographic generic domain naming Cologne. The record identifies the domain’s place in the naming system; its date is not a claimed public launch date.
Background checked 6 September 2026 against the sources linked above.
More than an address
Start using your name your way.
Make a simple first page
Use the included single-page builder for an introduction and contact details. Add a fuller website when you need one.
Website options →Forward your email
Send incoming messages from domain addresses to an existing inbox. A mailbox for storing and sending email is a separate service.
How forwarding works →Connect your services
Manage DNS, nameservers and web forwarding. Use your domain with a compatible website or email provider.
DNS help →A little more detail
Questions about .cologne domains
Does .cologne include .koeln?
No. Those are separate registrations.
Is it Germany’s country-code domain?
No. Germany’s country-code domain is .de; .cologne is a geographic generic ending.
Can an unregistered name cost more?
Yes. The registry identifies some names as premium, so the standard price does not apply to every possible name.
What happens after I find a domain?
Add one or more available names to your basket, then continue to registration. Enter the owner details and review the registration term and total before payment. Availability is provisional until the registrar confirms registration.
Will UKC charge me automatically at renewal?
No. UKC sends renewal reminders and an invoice. You need to pay the invoice to renew; UKC does not automatically charge you. Keep your contact details current so you receive reminders.
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