.se Domain Names
22 registrars compared — cheapest from $17.77 at EuroDNS
Sweden's .se is one of the oldest ccTLDs, delegated in 1986, and it has evolved from a national identifier into a playground for domain hacks—thanks to its two-letter brevity.
| # | Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer | 5-Year Cost | 10-Year Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EuroDNS Cheapest | $17.77 | $40.93 | $40.93 | $181.49 | $386.14 | Visit |
| 2 | OVHcloud | $19.69 | $18.49 | $18.49 | $93.65 | $186.10 | Visit |
| 3 | Regery | $21.99 | $17.99 | $1.99 | $93.95 | $183.90 | Visit |
| 4 | MrDomain | $23.25 | $19.92 | $23.25 | $102.93 | $202.53 | Visit |
| 5 | Hostinger | $23.99 | $23.99 | $23.99 | $119.95 | $239.90 | Visit |
| 6 | Name.com | $24.99 | $41.99 | $24.99 | $192.95 | $402.90 | Visit |
| 7 | Gandi | $28.37 | $47.98 | $28.37 | $220.29 | $460.19 | Visit |
| 8 | Netim | $28.50 | $28.50 | $28.50 | $142.50 | $285.00 | Visit |
| 9 | eDomains | $29.00 | $29.00 | $29.00 | $145.00 | $290.00 | Visit |
| 10 | INWX | $31.80 | $30.60 | $35.80 | $154.20 | $307.20 | Visit |
| 11 | Hover | $31.99 | $31.99 | $31.99 | $159.95 | $319.90 | Visit |
| 12 | Internet.bs | $35.99 | $37.09 | $35.99 | $184.35 | $369.80 | Visit |
| 13 | Moniker | $35.99 | $37.09 | $35.99 | $184.35 | $369.80 | Visit |
| 14 | Infomaniak | $38.85 | $38.85 | $40.25 | $194.25 | $388.50 | Visit |
| 15 | Regtons | $40.75 | $40.75 | $40.75 | $203.75 | $407.50 | Visit |
| 16 | GoDaddy | $43.99 | $43.99 | $43.99 | $219.95 | $439.90 | Visit |
| 17 | Blacknight | $44.94 | $44.94 | $44.94 | $224.70 | $449.40 | Visit |
| 18 | Marcaria | $55.00 | $55.00 | $55.00 | $275.00 | $550.00 | Visit |
| 19 | OnlyDomains | $55.99 | $61.99 | $61.99 | $303.95 | $613.90 | Visit |
| 20 | Epik | $59.95 | $59.95 | $59.95 | $299.75 | $599.50 | Visit |
| 21 | 101domain | $59.99 | $65.99 | $59.99 | $323.95 | $653.90 | Visit |
| 22 | Directnic | $59.99 | $65.99 | $59.99 | $323.95 | $653.90 | Visit |
Prices updated daily. Some registrars show promotional first-year prices. Always verify the final price on the registrar's website before purchasing.
A 1986 Delegate with a Modern Registry
When .se was delegated on September 4, 1986, the internet was a research project. Now it's run by The Internet Infrastructure Foundation, a not-for-profit that also manages Sweden's internet infrastructure. The registry has kept pace with the times: DNSSEC is supported, a security measure that authenticates DNS responses. For a country with Swedish as its official language, the registry has historically been conservative, but it has gradually opened up to a global audience. Today, .se is a mature ccTLD that balances national heritage with international appeal.
The Domain Hack Magnet
The short, two-letter .se is a magnet for domain hacks. For example, a Swedish company can create a clever address like 'jag.se' (Swedish for 'I' or 'me'), turning the TLD into a personal brand. This playfulness is why .se's actual use extends beyond entities connected with Sweden. While its intended purpose is for Swedish connections, the TLD's brevity makes it a fit for creative naming worldwide. Unlike longer ccTLDs such as .com.au or .co.uk, .se's compactness allows for wordplay that would be cumbersome elsewhere. It's a Nordic twist on the domain hack trend, appealing to both locals and a global audience looking for a short, memorable web address.
Sweden's Digital Gatekeeper: Dispute Resolution
Sweden's .se comes with its own alternative dispute resolution (ADR) policy. If you register a .se domain that infringes on a trademark, the rights holder can trigger an ADR process—a faster, cheaper alternative to court litigation. This mirrors similar procedures in other Nordic ccTLDs and reflects a registry that values fairness and efficiency. The existence of ADR also adds a layer of security for businesses staking their online identity on a .se address. It's a reminder that this ccTLD isn't just about registration; it's about maintaining order in Sweden's corner of the web.
Pricing: A Wide Spread for a National TLD
The pricing for .se domains shows a wide spread across registrars, indicating that choices vary from budget to premium. Budget-conscious registrants can find deals at EuroDNS, likely because the registry's wholesale rates are competitive. Yet the spread means some registrars charge significantly more, counting on brand loyalty or convenience. With 22 registrars offering .se, shoppers have plenty of options but must compare to avoid overpaying. This pattern is common among national ccTLDs, where local registrars often bundle additional services like web hosting, inflating the price.