Published: 17.10.2026
The .uz extension is the country-code domain of Uzbekistan, a country in Central Asia with Tashkent as its capital. Uzbek businesses, schools, tourism operators and local media use it to show that they are based in Uzbekistan and that they write for Uzbek readers. Uzbek is the official language, and many sites also use Russian or English, so the ending can serve pages in several languages. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .uz is still free.
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A short history
The Uzbek national zone grew as the country's businesses, universities and public bodies moved onto the internet. As with other national zones, it spread from technology firms and educational institutions to shops, hotels, craft workshops and media outlets that wanted a local address. The registry publishes the rules for the zone and may update them, so the current policy is the reference point when you register.
Who runs it
The .uz zone is managed by a national registry, which keeps the database of names and sets the conditions for registration. Registrars sell names to the public and send the orders to the registry. Because the rules come from the registry, they are the place to check whether a holder qualifies and which details are required. They can change over time, so read them again if you renew or transfer a name later.
Rules in practice
- Holder conditions: the registry may set rules on who can hold a .uz name, so check them before you order.
- Contact details: the information you give must be accurate, and it may be verified when the registry requires it.
- Length and characters: names are built from letters, digits and hyphens, and a single label can be up to 63 characters long.
- Renewal: keep the expiry date in your calendar and enable automatic renewal with your registrar.
Who uses .uz
- Companies in Uzbekistan, from small firms to larger employers.
- Hotels, tour operators and cultural sites that welcome visitors to the country.
- Schools, universities, clubs and community groups with an Uzbek audience.
- Media, guides and information sites written for readers in Uzbekistan.
Strengths
- The ending gives a clear local signal, so visitors can see at once that a business is based in Uzbekistan.
- Search engines can treat a country-code ending as one hint about the audience, so local-language content may match local searches well.
- A short name is easy to read on signs, menus, vehicles and printed materials.
Things to keep in mind
- The zone is tied to Uzbekistan, so an international business may also need a generic address.
- Visitors may expect content in Uzbek, Russian or English, so decide the languages of the site before launch.
- Good short names are often taken, so a descriptive wording can be a better choice.
- Registration conditions are specific to the zone and may change, so check the current rules before you order.
Tips before you register
- Check the same name in .com and decide whether you need both addresses.
- Enter the company or holder details exactly as they appear in your official documents.
- Prepare clear contact pages and the legal notices that apply to your business before the site goes live.
- Choose hosting that keeps pages fast for visitors in Uzbekistan and the surrounding region.
- Set up mail authentication records and protect the registrar account with two-factor login.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be based in Uzbekistan to register .uz? Holder conditions may apply, and they can depend on your situation. Check the current rules before you order.
Can a site in English use .uz? Yes, the ending does not fix the language. Visitors in Uzbekistan may still expect some Uzbek-language content, though.
Does .uz help a site appear in local search results? It is a useful location signal. Relevant content, a fast site and genuine local references usually matter more.
