Published: 17.10.2026
The .et extension is the country-code domain of Ethiopia, a large nation in the Horn of Africa with its capital in Addis Ababa. Businesses, universities, media outlets and community projects that serve people in Ethiopia use it to show a clear local link. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .et is still available.
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A short history
Ethiopia has a long and distinctive history, and its ancient churches, rock-hewn sites and traditions attract visitors from many countries. Amharic is the main working language of the federal government, while many other languages are spoken across the regions. As the internet reached universities, government offices and then private companies, the national ending became a familiar address for organisations that serve Ethiopian customers.
Who runs it
The .et zone is administered by a national authority that keeps the database of names and sets the rules for registration. Registrars and resellers sell names to the public and pass the orders on. Because the rules are set at national level, the current published terms are the place to check eligibility, contact details and renewal, and they can change over time.
Rules in practice
- Holder conditions: rules on who may register a .et name can depend on the holder, so confirm them before you pay.
- Documents: registration can require company or personal information, so prepare the details in advance.
- Name format: names use letters, digits and hyphens under standard DNS rules, and the zone may set its own restrictions.
- Renewal: enable auto-renewal and keep the contact e-mail address up to date.
Who uses .et
- Coffee exporters, roasters, cafes and restaurants that want to present Ethiopian products and hospitality.
- Travel agencies and tour operators that organise trips to historic sites and national parks.
- Schools, universities, non-profit organisations and development projects with local partners.
- Companies and consultants that work with Ethiopian clients in Amharic, English or both.
Strengths
- The ending gives a clear signal of Ethiopian origin, which helps visitors and partners recognise a local business quickly.
- For a business that works mainly inside the country, a national address may be a useful signal to search engines and to local customers.
- Products such as coffee or handicrafts can be presented with a name that matches their origin.
Things to keep in mind
- The zone points to one country, so an export business selling worldwide may need a generic address as well.
- Ethiopia has many languages, so choose the language of the site with care, and add clear contact details in English if that suits your audience.
- Short and familiar names are often taken, so prepare alternatives.
- Terms for holders can change, so keep your registration data current.
Tips before you register
- Check the same name in .com and in the social networks you plan to use.
- Use the exact business or personal name that appears in your official documents.
- Prepare a clear legal notice and contact page, with address and telephone number.
- Set up mail authentication records before you send newsletters or invoices.
- Turn on auto-renewal and keep at least two people able to manage the registrar account.
Frequently asked questions
Can someone outside Ethiopia register a .et name? Holder conditions apply and can depend on your situation, so check the current terms before you order.
Does .et help a site appear in Ethiopian search results? It may be one useful signal. Relevant content, fast pages and genuine local links are usually more important.
Can I write the site in English with a .et address? Yes. The ending does not set the language, so English content can work well for an international audience that still wants a local address.
