Register a .ke domain.
Register a .ke domain in Kenya — the most premium and shortest domain extension available for Kenyan brands. A .ke domain sits directly under the country code without a third level, giving you a cleaner, more memorable web address than .co.ke. Perfect for brand building, startup launches, and anyone who wants the strongest Kenyan identity online.
The shortest, cleanest Kenyan namespace — the equivalent of owning yourbrand.ke without the extra level. For brands that want a premium domain asset that is easy to remember, easier to share, and built for a modern Kenyan identity online.
Registrant requirements
Who can register .ke
- Best fit
- Best for ambitious brands, funded startups, premium campaigns, and any business or individual that wants the shortest and most authoritative Kenyan namespace available.
- Eligibility
- .ke is ideal for ambitious brands, funded startups, premium campaigns, and businesses that want a shorter, sharper Kenyan brand asset. No supporting documents are needed — anyone can register a .ke domain.
Premium brand websites — the shortest, most authoritative address
Campaign and product launch landing pages
Startup launches and rebranding projects
Short email identities — hello@mybrand.ke fits anywhere
Mobile-first marketing — shorter URLs for SMS, social, and QR codes
Brand redirect — protect your brand and redirect to your main site
Why buyers choose this
What Kenyan buyers understand immediately
Gives your brand the shortest and most memorable web address possible under the Kenyan namespace.
Creates a stronger premium feel than longer local domains — ideal for brand-conscious businesses.
Works exceptionally well for mobile-first marketing and word-of-mouth recall.
Unlocks professional email addresses like hello@mybrand.ke — shorter than .co.ke alternatives.
Protects your brand name in the most valuable .ke namespace — registration is first-come, first-served.
Registration
How to register .ke
Search the exact domain name you want and confirm availability.
Complete the registrant details exactly as they should appear on the domain record.
Review the order details and proceed without extra document checks where none are required.
We submit the request, monitor activation, and help you point DNS once the domain is live.
FAQ
.ke questions
Why choose a .ke domain?
A .ke domain is short, premium, and immediately tied to Kenya, which makes it strong for memorable local brand building.
Is .ke good for startups?
Yes. Startups often use .ke when they want a tighter brand name and a clear Kenya-first positioning.
Should I register both .ke and .co.ke?
If your budget allows it, registering both can protect your brand and give you more flexibility for campaigns and redirects.
Does .ke registration need supporting documents?
No. KENIC does not require supporting documents for .ke registration. Only .ac.ke, .sc.ke, and .go.ke require documents. Source: KENIC.
Can I use a .ke domain for professional email?
Yes. Create addresses like hello@mybrand.ke or contact@mybrand.ke. A branded email signals legitimacy and builds more trust than a free Gmail or Yahoo address.
How long does .ke registration take?
Most .ke registrations are active within minutes of payment. DNS propagation may take up to 24 hours worldwide.
Other .ke extensions
Compare another namespace
Commercial
.co.ke
Best for Kenyan businesses, online stores, agencies, startups, consultancies, professional service firms, restaurants, hotels, and any company selling products or services into the Kenyan market.
Second-level
.ke
Best for ambitious brands, funded startups, premium campaigns, and any business or individual that wants the shortest and most authoritative Kenyan namespace available.
Higher education
.ac.ke
Built for universities, university colleges, constituent colleges, polytechnics, technical training institutes, medical training colleges, TVETs, and any institution classified as tertiary education by the relevant Kenyan ministry.
Schools
.sc.ke
Best for kindergartens, nursery schools, primary schools (Standard 1-8), secondary schools (Form 1-6 and Junior Secondary), and any institution classified as basic education by the Ministry of Education. Both public and private schools qualify.
Non-profit
.or.ke
Built for NGOs, charities, community-based organisations (CBOs), associations, societies, foundations, religious organisations, advocacy groups, and any registered non-profit entity operating in Kenya.
Personal
.me.ke
Best for freelancers, consultants, coaches, content creators, journalists, artists, photographers, developers, public speakers, and any professional building a personal brand in Kenya.
Information
.info.ke
Suited for online directories, knowledge bases, how-to guides, public information portals, educational resource websites, government information sites, health information platforms, legal resource centres, and any website built around publishing useful information for Kenyan audiences.
Network
.ne.ke
Best for internet service providers (ISPs), network operators, data centre and colocation providers, telecom-adjacent service companies, fibre infrastructure firms, managed network service providers, and any technology company where networking is central to the brand.
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