Published: 20.10.2026
The .cymru zone is a generic extension linked to Cymru, the Welsh name for Wales. People and organisations that want to show a connection with Welsh life and the Welsh language often choose it. A name in .cymru can suit a choir, a rugby club, a business in a Welsh town or a school that teaches Welsh. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .cymru is still available.
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A short history
Welsh is a living Celtic language with a long literary history, and it has been spoken in Wales for centuries. Poetry, hymn singing and choral music have long been part of its culture, and the National Eisteddfod, an annual festival of the arts, brings communities together each year. Today bilingual road signs, Welsh-medium schools and Welsh-language media are part of everyday life across much of the country. A .cymru address gives people a way to show that cultural identity in the name itself.
Who runs it
The zone is run by a registry operator that publishes its registration policy and keeps the register of names. Customers buy through accredited registrars, who pass the orders on. Conditions for holders can apply to a zone linked to a region or a language, so check the current terms carefully before you order, as they can change.
Rules in practice
- Current terms: check the conditions for holders and the acceptable use rules before you order, since they may change.
- Spelling: check Welsh words and place names carefully before they appear on signs, cards or pages.
- Format: an address uses ordinary letters, digits and hyphens, so a Welsh name with accents may need another form. Check the current rules on this.
- Renewal: a name tied to a community group should be renewed by someone who stays in post, so keep the records shared.
Who uses .cymru
- Choirs, eisteddfod groups and music societies that publish concert dates and competition news.
- Welsh-medium schools, tutors and learners' groups that teach or practise the language.
- Businesses in Welsh towns that want to show a local connection to their customers.
- Sports clubs, community groups and charities that serve people across Wales.
Strengths
- The name signals a Welsh connection at once, which matters to people who look for that culture.
- It is brief and simple to say, so it works on a poster or a team shirt.
- It suits both a language project and a business with a strong local identity.
Things to keep in mind
- Visitors may expect content in Welsh, English or both, so decide the languages of the site early.
- A Welsh connection should be real, so the content and the people behind the site should reflect it.
- Many people still type .com first, so consider whether you need more than one address.
- A community site is a useful resource for learners, so keep it up to date and date each page clearly.
Tips before you register
- Look at .com and at the social channels and local listings your audience already uses.
- Use the organisation's registered name in English and, where it applies, its Welsh name.
- Publish a bilingual about page and contact details, so visitors can choose the language they prefer.
- Get mail records in place before newsletters or event notices go out from the domain.
- Keep the registrar login with two named committee members or staff, so the name stays with the group.
Frequently asked questions
Does a .cymru name need a Welsh owner? Conditions for holders can apply, so check the current terms before you order rather than assuming that any applicant qualifies.
Can a site on .cymru be written only in English? Yes. The ending does not set the language, although some Welsh content helps show the connection clearly.
Does .cymru help a local page appear in search? It signals a link to Wales, but accurate local content, listings and genuine community activity usually matter more.
