Published: 17.10.2026
The .md extension is the country-code domain of Moldova, a small landlocked country in Eastern Europe that is bordered by Romania and Ukraine. Local companies, wine producers, schools and public projects use it to show a clear link with Moldova, and it is a natural address for a business that serves Moldovan customers. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .md is still free.
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A short history
Moldova received its national code in the early years of the internet, like many other countries. At first the network was used mostly by universities, research groups and a small number of early providers. As local firms and public bodies started to publish their own websites, the zone gradually became an everyday part of Moldovan online life. Its rules have been revised over time, so the current conditions are the ones that matter when you order.
Who runs it
The .md zone is run by a national registry that keeps the central database of names and sets the conditions for registration. Accredited registrars sell names to customers and send the orders to the registry. The registry's published rules are the reference point for any question about eligibility, contact details or renewal, so read them before you pay.
Rules in practice
- Holder conditions: the registry may set conditions on who can hold a .md name, so read the current terms before you order.
- Contact data: the holder's details must be complete and correct, and they may need to be confirmed when the registry asks.
- Length and characters: a label uses letters, digits and hyphens, and it can be up to 63 characters long.
- Renewal: put the expiry date in your calendar and keep the contact e-mail address active.
Who uses .md
- Companies in Chisinau and other Moldovan towns that serve local customers.
- Wine producers, food makers and shops that present Moldovan products to buyers.
- Schools, clinics and professional services that work with Moldovan clients.
- Tourism projects and cultural groups that introduce Moldova to visitors.
Strengths
- The ending gives a clear signal of a Moldovan base, which helps local visitors recognise the business at once.
- Search engines can treat a country-code ending as one hint about the audience, so Romanian-language or Russian-language content for Moldova may match local searches well.
- The two-letter code is short and easy to type, and it fits well on cards, menus and vehicles.
Things to keep in mind
- The letters md are also read as the common abbreviation for medical doctor, so a medical practice may find the ending fitting, while other businesses may want a name that is clear on its own.
- A .md name points to Moldova, so a business with customers mostly abroad may also want a generic address.
- Visitors from other countries may not recognise the ending quickly, so write the full address on every card and page.
- Registry conditions can change, so keep your registration details current.
Tips before you register
- Check the same name in .com and decide whether you need both addresses.
- Enter the holder details exactly as they appear in your official company records.
- Decide early whether the site will be in Romanian, Russian, English or several languages, and plan the pages before launch.
- Set up SPF, DKIM and DMARC records before the domain sends any e-mail.
- Turn on auto-renewal and protect the registrar account with two-factor login.
Frequently asked questions
Can a company outside Moldova register a .md name? The registry sets conditions for holders, so check the current rules to see whether your situation meets them before you order.
Does .md help a site appear in Moldovan search results? It is one useful geographic signal. Clear local content, reliable hosting and genuine links usually matter more.
Is the medical meaning of md a problem for a non-medical project? Not in itself. The ending is only a suffix, and a site can serve any topic. Make the purpose clear on the homepage so visitors are not confused.
