Published: 21.10.2026
The .frl zone is an abbreviation of Fryslân, the Frisian name of the province of Friesland in the northern Netherlands. It is linked to projects that concern Friesland and the Frisian language, such as cultural groups, language courses, local media and heritage or nature organisations. Enter your planned name in the form beneath this paragraph to check whether it is still free in .frl.
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Where the name comes from
Fryslân is the name the Frisian language uses for the province that English speakers call Friesland. Frisian is spoken by many residents of the province. The zone name therefore points to a specific region and a specific language, and a site that uses it should explain that connection in its opening lines.
Who keeps the zone
The zone is run by a registry, and names are sold to the public through registrars. A name in this zone does not give a project any official standing, and it does not show that the project speaks for the province or its institutions. The registry publishes the conditions for registration. Check the current terms at the time of the order.
Rules in practice
- Language choice: a site may use Frisian, Dutch or English, but it should say which language each page uses.
- Local facts: place names, dialect words and historical details must be accurate, and sources should be credited.
- Archive material: old documents, maps and photographs may still be protected, so check the rights before publishing them.
- Public voice: do not present a project as a public authority unless it really is one.
Who uses .frl
- Writers, publishers and poets who work in Frisian and want an online home for their books.
- Language courses and learning projects that help adults and children pick up the language.
- Festivals, music scenes and theatre groups that present work connected to the province.
- Village history societies, heritage groups and nature projects in the countryside of Friesland.
Strengths
- The name ties a project to a specific place and language, which helps it stand out from generic addresses.
- It is short and easy to read, so it works on signs, posters and bilingual materials.
- Visitors who look for Frisian topics can recognise the subject from the address alone.
Things to keep in mind
- Some visitors will not know the abbreviation, so explain it clearly on the home page.
- A name tied to one region may feel narrow for a project that aims at a worldwide audience.
- Spellings and local terms differ between communities, so adopt a consistent style guide and stick to it.
- Keep the content neutral and factual, and label opinion pieces clearly as opinion.
Tips before you register
- Look at .nl as well, so that visitors who type the Dutch ending can still find you.
- Write the main pages in the language your audience uses, and add English if you expect outside readers.
- Collect written permission for photographs and recordings before you publish them.
- Add a short page that explains the project, its partners and how to contact the team.
- Write down where the renewal details are kept, so the next committee can find them without searching.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to speak Frisian to use .frl? Not necessarily. The name is linked to the language, but your site can be written in any language you choose, as long as you explain your aim.
Can a Dutch business use .frl? The ending connects to Friesland, so a business should first decide whether that link suits its customers, and read the conditions for registration before it orders.
Does .frl help me reach Frisian speakers? It sends a clear signal about the subject, but good content and genuine links from local groups matter more.
