Published: 17.10.2026
The .tz extension is the country-code domain of Tanzania, a large East African country with a coastline on the Indian Ocean. Safari operators, Zanzibar hotels, traders and community groups use it to show a clear link to Tanzania and its visitors. Check whether your name in .tz is still available with the form that appears just below this text.
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A short history
Tanzania has its own national code, and the zone expanded as universities, government offices and then commercial firms began to publish their own websites. Tourism has long been one of the most visible sectors of the economy, and many safari companies and lodges now present their programmes online. The zone is also used by businesses in Dar es Salaam, the largest commercial city, and by organisations working across the mainland and the islands.
Who runs it
The zone is run by a national registry, which keeps the database of names and sets the terms for registration. Accredited registrars handle orders from customers and forward them to the registry. Because the terms come from the national body, check its published rules on holders and renewal rather than relying on second-hand summaries.
Rules in practice
- Holder conditions: rules on who can hold a name may apply, so review them before you commit to a registration.
- Contact data: the holder's details should match official records, and the registrar may ask for proof.
- Characters: names use letters, digits and hyphens, and the length limits of the zone apply.
- Renewal: keep the expiry date on a shared calendar so that a second person can act if needed.
Who uses .tz
- Safari companies, climbing guides and lodges that take visitors to national parks and to Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Hotels, spice traders and tour guides in the Zanzibar islands.
- Logistics, agricultural and import firms with partners across East Africa.
- Schools, churches, health services and NGOs that serve communities across the country.
Strengths
- The ending points clearly to Tanzania, which helps visitors and partners find a local business.
- Swahili and English are widely used, so a site can present both languages to different audiences.
- The two-letter ending is short enough for a vehicle, a sign or the cover of a guidebook.
Things to keep in mind
- Visitors from abroad may not know the code, so put the full name Tanzania near the address.
- A safari company with a global market may also want a generic address for search and advertising.
- Popular names are often registered, so a park or region name can help you find an available alternative.
- Terms may change over time, so keep your registration data current.
Tips before you register
- Check the name in .com and on the booking platforms you rely on.
- Use the company's legal name and registered address exactly as they appear on official papers.
- Publish the site in English and Swahili if you serve both local and foreign customers.
- Add SPF, DKIM and DMARC records before the domain sends reservation e-mails.
- Give more than one trusted person access to the registrar account.
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreign tour company register a .tz name? Holder conditions may apply, so check the current rules with the registry before you order.
Is .tz only for Swahili websites? No. The ending does not fix the language, and English is widely used in tourism.
Does a .tz name help a safari site appear in local results? It can be one geographic signal. Search engines judge a site mainly by its content, so detailed itineraries and reliable contact details matter more.
