.es Domain Registrationfrom £26.68/yr
Why Choose a .es Domain?
.es is the country-code top-level domain for Spain, managed by Red.es, the public corporate entity under the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation. Launched in 1988, it was originally restricted but liberalised in 2005 to allow registrations by anyone with a connection to Spain. Today it is one of Europe's most widely used ccTLDs, with millions of active registrations, and it signals a clear commitment to the Spanish-speaking market.
Ideal for:
- Businesses trading in Spain or targeting Spanish customers
- Spanish-language publications, blogs and media outlets
- Tourism operators, hotels and holiday lets across the Iberian peninsula
- Expat consultants, relocation services and property agents in Spain
- Brands building a localised storefront for the Spanish market
Things to know:
- Anyone, anywhere can register a .es domain — there is no longer a residency or local presence requirement.
- Registration terms are between 1 and 5 years.
- Red.es is the official registry, and registrations are processed through accredited registrars.
- WHOIS privacy is restricted by registry policy for .es, so registrant details may be shown publicly in line with Red.es rules.
Creative .es Domain Ideas
- Madrid.es — city guide or local listings site
- Tapas.es — restaurant directory or recipe blog
- Reformas.es — home renovation marketplace
- Alquiler.es — rental property platform
- Costa.es — coastal tourism and travel resource
- Vinos.es — Spanish wine shop or tasting club
Frequently asked questions about .es
.es is open to any individual or organisation worldwide. The original restrictions requiring a Spanish connection were lifted in 2005, so you do not need to be a resident of Spain or have a local trading presence. Both individuals and companies from any country can register, making it suitable for international businesses targeting the Spanish market.
You can register a .es domain for any period from 1 to 5 years at a time. Once registered, you can renew it indefinitely as long as you keep up with renewals. We will send reminders before your domain expires so you have plenty of time to extend the registration and avoid any disruption to your website or email.
WHOIS privacy is not generally available for .es domains because the registry, Red.es, has its own policies governing how registrant data is published. Personal data for individual registrants is typically protected under GDPR in the public WHOIS, but the standard third-party privacy services offered on gTLDs like .com are not applicable here.
Yes. To transfer in a .es domain you will need the authorisation code (auth-info) from your current registrar and the domain must be unlocked. Transfers usually complete within a few days once initiated. Note that .es transfers do not always extend the registration term, so check your current expiry date before starting.
If your .es domain expires, it enters a grace period during which you can renew it at the standard price. After that, the domain moves into a redemption phase where recovery may incur additional fees from the registry. If still not renewed, it is eventually released and becomes available for anyone to register, so prompt renewal is important.