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A backorder is a reservation system that automatically registers domain names that are being deleted or are about to be reopened for registration, as soon as they become eligible.

Through METUnic, you can place backorders for .com, .net, com.tr, net.tr and .tr domain names.

The Backorder service aims to register domain names that are in the deletion process or will become available for registration again.

Backordered domain names are registered according to the details of the company or individual who placed the request.

For successful backorders, the registered domain names usually appear in your METUnic control panel within 1-24 hours.

In addition, full access to domain names registered through the backorder system can take up to 48 hours due to DNS propagation.

In the backorder system, the first request received takes priority.

For this reason, METUnic accepts only one backorder application per domain name.

Refunds are made unconditionally for domain names that could not be registered. If the domain name cannot be obtained, the backorder fee is refunded to your METUnic Wallet.

You can create your backorder request by following the steps below.

1. In your METUnic control panel, click "Place Order → Pre-order".
2. On the screen that opens, enter the domain name you want to backorder and click the "Place Pre-order" button to check whether it is eligible for a backorder.
3. For a domain name that is eligible for a backorder, click the "Order Selected" button to move on to step 2.
4. In step 2 of your request, fill in the form with accurate and complete information about the domain name holder, then click the "Continue" button to go to the next page.
5. After reviewing your order, click the "Proceed to Payment" button to complete your payment.

The result of your backorder application is sent to the email address registered in your METUnic control panel.

The backorder application fee includes a +1 year registration fee for the domain name.

Evaluation and document requests for .tr domain names are handled by the registry, TRABIS.

If TRABIS requests documents for a com.tr, net.tr or .tr domain name you have applied for through Backorder, we will notify you.

In addition, if you place a backorder for a .tr domain name on the TAKIL list, TRABIS requires documents supporting the domain name application (trademark certificate, tax certificate, certificate of activity, registry certificate, trade name information published in the Turkish Trade Registry Gazette, etc.) and a declaration form (petition).

This practice is based on the ICTA (BTK) document Procedures and Principles on Restricted Domain Names (opens in a new tab).

You can download the declaration form as a Word file and view its PDF version. All forms are available in the Forms section of the .TR Domain page.

You need to submit your documents by clicking the "Upload Document" link next to the relevant domain name under "Services → Pending .tr Domain Name Transactions" in your METUnic control panel.

In your METUnic control panel, go to "Services → Pre-order", click the "Info" button, and on the screen that opens, select the "Refund" option and choose the reason for your cancellation request to submit it.

When you submit a cancellation request for your backorder application, the system will automatically create a support ticket for your information, and we will notify you once the request has been processed.

The evaluation and document requests for .tr domain names are handled by the registry, TRABIS.

If you place a backorder for a com.tr, net.tr or .tr domain name on the TAKIL list, TRABIS will request documents as required by the relevant regulations (opens in a new tab).

A domain name can only be transferred once at least 60 days have passed since it was registered or last transferred. Likewise, a domain name registered through Backorder can only be transferred to a different registrar once at least 60 days have passed since its registration date.

You can check which domain names are eligible for a backorder in your METUnic control panel by following the steps below.

1. In your METUnic control panel, click "Place Order → Pre-order".
2. On the screen that opens, enter the domain name you want to backorder and click the "Place Pre-order" button to check whether the domain name is eligible for a backorder.

You can also check the date on which TRABIS will reopen .tr domain names for registration in TRABIS's list of domain names reopened for registration (opens in a new tab), and place a backorder for the domain names on that list.

Business Email is the METUnic service that lets you send and receive email with your own domain name (e.g. name@yourcompany.com.tr). You can review the packages and features on the Business Email page.

Domain name security packages consist of locks applied to a domain name to protect it against external interference. These locks are intended to increase the security of the domain name.

Having a security package on a domain name protects it against user account takeover and software vulnerabilities.

Security Packages are currently available only for .com, .net and .org domain names.

1. To add a security package, first log in to your METUnic account.
2. Click "Domain", then click the "Info" - "Add-ons" - "Add Additional Service" buttons next to the domain name you want to add the security package to.
3. Click "Please select", choose the Security Package you want to add and proceed to payment.
4. Finally, complete the payment.

You can find a detailed guide in our blog guide “METUnic Güvenlik Paketi Hizmeti Nasıl Satın Alınır?” (in Turkish) (opens in a new tab).

METUnic offers 2 Security Packages: the Extended Security Package and the Professional Security Package.

The main difference between the Extended Security Package and the Professional Security Package is which party applies the domain name statuses/domain name locks placed on the domain names. In the Extended Security Package, the lock statuses are applied by METUnic (Registrar), while in the Professional Security Package, they are applied by the Registry.

For domain names with an active Security Package, actions such as transferring the domain name to another registrar, changing DNS settings or deleting the domain name cannot be performed through your METUnic account.

Security packages block internal transfers. However, they do not block holder updates.

Security packages can be renewed annually. When purchasing a security package, the selected package can be applied for a period up to the domain name's expiration date at most.

No. When the transfer is completed, the security package provided by the previous registrar ends. The customer can start protecting the domain name by choosing one of METUnic's security packages.

Customers who do not buy a security package continue to benefit from the standard security services (2FA and Transfer Lock).

A trademark is any sign that can be represented in the registry and that distinguishes the goods or services of one business from those of other businesses, including words, figures, letters, numbers, sounds, and the shape of goods or their packaging.

Through METUnic, you can get trademark availability searches, trademark registration applications, registration certificate reissues, appeals against office decisions, oppositions to trademarks published in the Official Trademark Bulletin, responses to oppositions filed against you, trademark renewals, full/partial assignments, and changes of address, title or company type.

• Citizens of the Republic of Türkiye
• Natural persons or legal entities that reside in, or carry out industrial or commercial activities within, the borders of the Republic of Türkiye
• Persons entitled to apply under the provisions of the Paris Convention or the Agreement Establishing the World Trade Organization
• Nationals of states that, under the principle of reciprocity, grant industrial property protection to nationals of the Republic of Türkiye

Before filing a trademark application, a preliminary search should be carried out to determine whether the trademark is eligible for registration.

For the preliminary search, you can use our "trademark registration eligibility search" service, or you can check whether your application is eligible for registration on the website (opens in a new tab) of the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT).

Before filing a trademark application, it is important to determine the goods and services on which the trademark will be used. A trademark registration is valid only for the goods and services covered by the application, and it grants rights to its owner only for those.

Under the international NICE Classification, goods and services are grouped into 45 classes. Classes 1 to 34 cover goods, while classes 35 to 45 cover services. You should review the classification list carefully before applying.

For more information, you can contact us at marka@metunic.com.tr, and you can access the NICE Classification on the TÜRKPATENT website (opens in a new tab).

A legal entity is an institution, establishment or organization recognized by law. Structures such as joint-stock companies, limited liability companies, associations, foundations and cooperatives have legal personality. If the applicant is a legal entity, the "Legal Entity" option must be selected in the "Trademark Owner Type" section.

A natural person is any individual who legally exists from birth until death. If the applicant is a natural person, the "Natural Person" option must be selected in the "Trademark Owner Type" section.

It is the sign you want to protect through registration. A trademark specimen can consist of a word, letter or number in a standard font, a logo on its own, or a combination of the two. If the trademark consists only of a word, letter or number in a standard font, simply typing it into the application form is enough. If the trademark contains additional elements such as a distinctive font, logo, color or shape, the trademark specimen must be attached in the relevant section of the application form.

No changes can be made to the trademark sample after the trademark application has been filed.

Once a trademark application has been filed, no changes can be made to the scope or class of the trademark registration.

Each application can request registration of only one trademark. If you want to register more than one trademark, a separate application must be filed for each.

Typos in the information in a trademark application can be corrected at the applicant's request, as long as the correction does not change the trademark specimen or the list of goods or services.

If characters outside the Latin alphabet are used in the trademark sample, their Latin alphabet equivalents must be provided.

Trademarks that are not used in Türkiye within five (5) years from the registration date, or whose use is suspended for an uninterrupted period, are revoked. However, using the trademark with different elements without changing its distinctive character, or using it on goods or packaging for export purposes, may be accepted as use of the trademark.

Words, figures, letters, numbers, colors, sounds, three-dimensional shapes, motion marks, holograms and, rarely, scents or tastes can be registered as trademarks. Personal names can also be registered as trademarks, provided that they can be represented in the registry in a way that makes the subject matter of protection clearly and precisely understood.

A trademark registration certificate is reissued when the original certificate is lost, worn out or damaged. Upon the trademark owner's application, a new registration certificate with the same content as the original is prepared and delivered; the trademark's protection period does not change. The protection period is ten years from the registration date, and a separate renewal application must be filed at the end of this period. A power of attorney (no notarization required) must be submitted for this process.

A trademark assignment is when the trademark owner transfers the trademark right, fully or partially, to another person or organization. This requires submitting a power of attorney (not notarized) and an assignment agreement.

The protection period of a registered trademark is 10 years from the application date and can be renewed for successive ten-year periods. The renewal request must be made within the six months before the protection period ends, and proof that the renewal fee has been paid must be submitted to the Office within the same period. A power of attorney (without notarization) must be submitted for the renewal.

The protection period of trademarks that are not renewed on time expires. A renewal request can still be made within 6 months of the date the protection period ended, provided that an additional fee is paid; this is called the renewal of a trademark whose protection period has expired. Trademarks that are not renewed within this six-month period are considered invalid. A power of attorney (without notarization) must be submitted for this process.

This is done when the company's trade name or company type changes from what it was when the trademark was registered. For this process, a power of attorney (without notarization) and a copy of the Turkish Trade Registry Gazette showing the company type/trade name change must be submitted.

If the address provided at the time of trademark registration changes, the change must be reported to the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT). Otherwise, all notices and official notifications about your trademark will be sent to your old address. For this process, a power of attorney (no notarization required) and the Turkish Trade Registry Gazette must be submitted.

If the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) issues a decision against you during your trademark's registration process or in the event of its cancellation, you must appeal the Office's decision for the registration to continue. The appeal must be filed within 2 months of the notification date. For the appeal, a power of attorney and, where necessary, documents proving actual ownership of the rights and use of the trademark may be requested.

Trademark applications approved by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) are published in the Official Trademark Bulletin for two (2) months. During this period, existing trademark owners can file an opposition against applications that are similar to their own trademarks; if the opposition is upheld, the trademark in question may be partially or fully rejected. When filing an opposition, a power of attorney and, where necessary, documents proving actual ownership of the rights and documents showing use of the trademark may be requested.

License registration is carried out to grant the right to use a registered trademark, or one in the registration process, to other persons or companies for a specific period and fee without transferring ownership. To protect the rights of both parties, the terms of use must be set out in a license agreement and recorded in the registry of the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT). A power of attorney (no notarization required) must be submitted for this process.

Your trademark application is filed within 1 day. The examination and evaluation process may vary for each trademark; however, trademark registration generally takes 4-6 months from the application date. Applications with a positive evaluation are published in the Official Trademark Bulletin and are registered if no opposition is filed during the two (2) month publication period.

Trademarks are valid only within the borders of the country where they are registered. Trademarks registered in Türkiye are valid only in Türkiye; for protection abroad, you need to apply in the relevant countries as well. For more information, you can write to marka@metunic.com.tr.

The renewal request must be made within the six (6) months before the protection period ends; otherwise, the protection period expires. An expired trademark can still be renewed within six (6) months of the expiry date, provided that an additional fee is paid. Renewal can also be requested for only some of the goods or services covered by the registration. To renew a collective trademark, it is enough for one of the businesses in the group to submit the requested document.

The protection period of a registered trademark is ten (10) years from the application date. When this period ends, it can be renewed for successive ten-year periods.

The "Trademark Owner Type" differs between applications filed by individuals and by companies. For applications filed by individuals, you need to select "Natural Person", and for applications filed by companies, "Legal Entity".

A collective trademark is a type of trademark under which two or more businesses cooperate to market their products or services under a specific sign. Several companies can register a collective trademark by agreeing on the conditions and manner in which the trademark will be used.

A guarantee trademark is used to assure consumers about the quality, production method, geographical origin or other characteristics of a product or service. While a collective trademark is created jointly by companies, a guarantee trademark signifies a certain level of quality.

A jointly owned trademark is a trademark for which more than one natural and/or legal person files a single trademark registration application.

You can register your trademark through the application form (opens in a new tab) using the customer number of your METUnic account, your registered email address and your contact number. If you do not have an active METUnic account, you can create one on the METUnic customer panel and then submit your application.

To pay, you first need to submit your request through the application form. After you submit it, a proforma invoice is created so you can pay through your customer panel, and you are notified by email. You can view your proforma invoice under "Financial Transactions → Receipts" in your customer panel and complete your payment. Once the payment is made, your application process begins and you are notified by email.

There are no user restrictions on gTLD domain names (.com, .net, .org, .info, .pro and others). Individuals, companies, associations and institutions, whether in Türkiye or anywhere else in the world, can register these domain names without providing any documents.

Although most extensions suggest a particular purpose (for example, .com for commercial sites and .org for organizations), this is not a requirement; you can choose the extension that best fits your needs and your brand.

gTLD extensions are recognized worldwide, letting you present your brand with a memorable address that is familiar outside Türkiye as well.

• International recognition: Visitors are used to these extensions, so they remember your address easily and visit it with confidence.
• Fast, document-free registration: No documents are required to apply; your domain name is ready to use in a short time.
• Wide choice: You can choose from a range of extensions for your commercial, corporate, informational or personal project.
• Brand protection: By registering the gTLD versions of the same name alongside your .com.tr domain name, you can protect your brand from being used by others.

gTLD extensions are operated by registries authorized by ICANN, the organization that manages the internet's domain name system. For example, the .com and .net extensions are operated by Verisign, and the .org extension by Public Interest Registry (PIR).

Registries do not sell domain names directly to end users; registration is carried out through ICANN-accredited registrars. As an ICANN-accredited registrar, METUnic registers gTLD domain names directly, with no intermediary.

Yes. gTLD domain names are registered in accordance with ICANN policies and procedures and are the most widely used extensions worldwide, which gives your visitors a trustworthy impression.

Because METUnic is an ICANN-accredited registrar, your domain name is registered directly with the registrar, not with an intermediary. You can also use our Security Packages to protect your domain name against unauthorized transfer and deletion.

First, check whether the domain name you want is available using the domain search box. If the domain name has not been registered by someone else, add it to your cart, choose the registration period and complete your payment; no documents are required for gTLD domain names.

Some extensions have premium domain names set by the registry. Premium domain names have different pricing and a different registration process; to get a price quote and register one of these domain names, you can open a support ticket specifying the name you want.

The gTLD domain name system works on a "first come, first served" basis. So if the domain name you want has already been registered by someone else, there is no service METUnic can offer you for that domain name. In this case, you can apply for a different domain name.

• Your domain name must be 2 to 63 characters long.
• You can use the letters A-Z, the digits 0-9 and the hyphen (-). A hyphen (-) cannot be used at the beginning or end of the domain name.
• Choose a memorable name that is relevant to your website content.
• Check the history of the name you plan to register and the content of similar names.
• Choose a domain name that points visitors to your content and is SEO-friendly.
• Avoid confusion between English and Turkish characters.
• Choose a domain name that is easy to type and read, and avoid misspellings.
• If you are building a site that you will support through other channels such as social media, also check that the name meets their requirements.

You can view our current price list in Price List.

If the domain name is available for purchase, the system will direct you to the payment step after your application. During purchase, you can pay for your domain name with your debit/credit card.

Under ICANN rules, a domain name can be registered for a period of one to ten (1-10) years and is active only for the registered period. You can renew your domain name for up to a maximum of ten (10) years.

gTLD domain names are registered as non-documented domain names on a "first come, first served" basis, with no eligibility criteria.

You can see the status of your application under the "My Domains" tab as active, pending or canceled. A domain name shown as pending will move to your active domain names within fifteen (15) minutes. If there is a problem, you can reach us through the channels on the Help/Support page.

You need to decide what you will use your domain name for. You should choose a hosting provider and create your site content. Registering a domain name is only one of the steps needed to have an active website.

If your domain names have expired and were deleted on the thirtieth (30th) day due to non-payment, you can reverse the deletion by paying a redemption fee. If you want to keep using the domain name:

1. Go to the "Cancelled" section in your control panel and find your domain name.
2. Click the "Restore" button to the right of your domain name.
3. On the page that opens, check the boxes for the domain name you want to restore and click "Restore" again.
4. On the payment page you are redirected to, select a payment option and enter your payment details.
5. Complete the process by clicking the "Review and Confirm" button.
6. Your domain name will become active again.

If you run into any problems, you can reach us through the channels listed on the Help/Support page.

A domain name transfer is the process of moving your domain name from the company where it is currently held to another company. As long as the transfer requirements set by both companies are met, you can complete the process easily. By managing all your domain names at METUnic, you can keep them secure and organized. You can review the transfer steps in our blog guide “Alan Adı Transferi Nasıl Yapılır?” (in Turkish) (opens in a new tab).

By transferring your domain names to METUnic, an ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) accredited registrar, you can use them without interruption and with confidence. Founded under the METU Development Foundation with METU's IT expertise, METUnic is a domestic, national company that operates on principles of affordable pricing and reliability.

You can transfer it during this period, but any problem during the process may require you to restart it. In that case, your domain name may remain pending and the transfer will not be completed. For this reason, we recommend transferring your domain name one (1) month before its renewal date.

For domain names with extensions such as .com, .net and .org to be transferred:

1. at least 60 days must have passed since the domain name was registered, and
2. at least 60 days must have passed since the domain name was transferred to its current registrar.

If you think there is a different problem, you can contact us via live chat.

Before the transfer, you should check the details of the additional services for your domain name, such as DNS and URL forwarding. Free additional services provided by some registrars are known to be discontinued after a transfer. To avoid such problems, you should contact your current registrar and confirm whether anything will change with these services after the transfer.

A domain name must not be locked in order to be transferred. For this reason, you need to remove the lock on your domain name before placing the transfer order. After logging in to your customer panel, find your domain name in the list under "My Domains" and click "Info" and then "Settings" to remove the transfer lock and request the transfer code.

In some cases, depending on the registry, a sixty (60) day waiting period applies.

For your gTLD domain name to be transferred from another registrar, it must meet certain conditions and have a transfer code (authcode). These codes are at least six (6) and at most twenty-three (23) characters long and must contain letters, numbers and special characters.

After logging in to your customer panel, find your domain name in the list under "My Domains" and click "Info" and then "Settings" to remove the transfer lock and request the transfer code.

ID protection (whois privacy) is a service that prevents third parties from seeing the ownership information of domain names. To keep personal information such as your name, surname, address, phone number and email address from being displayed, you can enable the whois privacy feature from your control panel.

Find your domain name under "My Domains" in your control panel and click the "DNS" button on its right. In the window that opens, enter your DNS server details in the name server fields and click the "Update Name Servers" button.

To learn how to use the URL forwarding service, you can read our blog guide “URL Yönlendirme Nasıl Yapılır?” (in Turkish) (opens in a new tab).

TRABIS stands for the “.tr” Network Information System. This system enables the operation and updating of the central database of domain names with .tr extension and their ownership, the creation and monitoring of whois, and the real-time processing of domain name application transactions.

It is the institution that regulates and supervises the telecommunications sector in Türkiye.

ICTA/BTK is authorized to make the regulations it deems necessary, to inspect Registrars and DRSP/UÇHS within the framework of the legislation, and to impose the necessary administrative sanctions, including termination of Registrar and DRSP/UÇHS activities.

It is the party that mediates the transactions related to domain names such as application, renewal, and cancellation. METUnic has completed TRABIS accreditation and handles .tr domain transactions as a registrar.

It is defined as a party that conducts the dispute resolution process related to domain names through Panelists.

It is the list of domain names whose registration is restricted by the registry for various reasons (historical or cultural values, values that belong to the public, etc.) and for which documents are requested during the application.

The rules for applying the list are set out in the ICTA (BTK) document Procedures and Principles on Restricted Domain Names (opens in a new tab).

It is the list of domain names that are not allowed to be allocated by the registration authority for reasons such as being contrary to legislation, public order and public morality.

You can find an illustrated explanation about the application in our blog guide “Alan Adı Başvurusu Nasıl Yapılır?” (in Turkish) (opens in a new tab).

After your online domain name application and payment, your domain name will be displayed under the title of “Domain Name Applications with .tr Extension Pending Documents” in your control panel within ten (10) minutes at the latest. You can submit your documents by clicking the “Upload Document” button on the right side of your domain name, which will be in the “Open” tab.

You can view the status of your application on the “Pending .tr Domain Name Applications Awaiting Documents” tab after logging in to your control panel. The evaluation is carried out by the authorized registry TRABIS.

You can view the status of your application from the “Pending .tr Domain Name Applications Pending Documents” tab by logging in from your control panel. The relevant evaluation will be made by the authorized registration authority TRABIS.

You can view the status of your application from the “Domain Name Applications with .tr Extension Pending Documents” tab.

You can find out why the application was canceled by reviewing the email sent to you in line with the information received from TRABIS. You can also contact us through the channels on the Help/Support page and get detailed information about the subject.

Your domain name may be inaccessible for administrative, financial and technical reasons. You can contact us through the channels on the Help/Support page and get detailed information about the subject.

Documented domain name applications are evaluated by the registry TRABIS, not by the registrar. You must upload your documents within two (2) days of your application; the documents are evaluated and the domain name is approved and activated within fifteen (15) business days.

When you apply for a documented domain name, you must upload your documents within two (2) days of your initial application. If the required documents are not uploaded within this period, the online application is cancelled automatically. The documents are evaluated and the domain name is approved and activated within fifteen (15) business days.

You can apply for domain names with Turkish characters except for domain names with .info, .org, .pro and .tv extensions. However, some hosting or email services do not support Turkish or other local characters.

Undocumented domain extensions: .com.tr, org.tr, net.tr, gen.tr, tel.tr, name.tr, biz.tr, tv.tr, info.tr, bbs.tr, web.tr.

*For undocumented extensions, if the domain name is on the Restricted Names List (TAKIL), the registry TRABIS may request documents under the ICTA (BTK) document Procedures and Principles on Restricted Domain Names (opens in a new tab).

Documented domain extensions: av.tr, bel.tr, dr.tr, edu.tr, gov.tr, k12.tr, kep.tr, mil.tr, pol.tr

Documented applications are evaluated by the registry TRABIS, not by the registrar.

You can access the list of documents required for domain names allocated as certified in .TR domain registration. In case of any problems, you can contact us through the channels on the Help/Support page and get detailed information about the subject.

You should make sure that the extension you want to buy is suitable for domain name registration and usage purposes. In certified domain names, not every extension is allocated to all kinds of organizations. For example, as a commercial company, it is not possible to get a domain name with the gov.tr extension allocated to government agencies. In addition, after determining the appropriate extension, you should make sure that you have the necessary documents for the registration of this domain name.

Yes, they can. You can apply for a domain name by logging in with your username on the metunic.com.tr page and clicking the “Place Order” tab. You can allocate a domain name by filling in the required information correctly and completely.

The first and foremost principle in all kinds of domain name registration is the “first come, first served” principle. If you believe that you have the right to use a domain name or that your trademark/name is being used, you can file an objection to the official institutions (court) if the domain name was allocated with a document, or to the authorized dispute mechanism if it was allocated without a document after September 14, 2022.

In all kinds of domain name registrations, the first and foremost principle is “first come, first served”. In order to take action on the domain name, the application process must be finalized.

To get your domain name active, make sure that you’ve purchased server services, pointed your domain name to those servers, and created a website that will provide content for your domain name. Registering a domain name is just one of the things you need to have an active website.

Domain names that have not been paid for will be paused for two (2) months after the payment deadline has passed. At the end of two (2) months, they are automatically deleted by the TRABIS (.tr registry authority) system.
After the deletion, no new registration can be made to the relevant domain name for one (1) month. The information that this domain name is opened for registration is published on the TRABIS website (opens in a new tab) for one (1) month after deletion.

It is sufficient to scan or photograph your documents and submit them in PDF or JPEG format. Physical documents are not accepted.

“.TR” domains are domain names that don’t contain other extensions like “com, org, net,” and end with the country code “.TR.” These domain names in the format “example.tr” are preferred for their shorter length, which makes them easier to remember.

You can see the current price of a 1-year “.TR” registration on the Price List page (VAT excluded). Prices may change; the current price is always shown on the Price List page. No other service fee or additional charge is requested.

You can register your .TR extension domain name for a maximum of five (5) years.

You can start using your domain name immediately after payment without waiting.

A “.TR” domain emphasizes your brand’s presence in Türkiye, enhancing reliability and prestige. It allows you to create shorter and easier-to-remember domain names, making it easier for visitors to find and share your site. If you’re expanding into global markets, the “.TR” domain, representing Türkiye’s country code, provides a strong foundation.

If you want to pay for the domain name in use, you can follow the steps below:

1. Find your domain name under “My Domains” and click on the “Renew” button to the right of it.
2. On the next page, click “Continue with Renewal Options”, set the period for which you would like to pay and proceed with the payment.
3. At the final stage of the payment process, use the drop-down menu to select the billing contact for the payment. If you want to use a different billing contact, you can enter your billing information by checking the relevant box.
4. As a payment method, you can use the credit option on your account balance or select the card option and pay by credit or debit card in the next step.

When applying for a new domain name, you need to make your payment at the time of application. If you have a domain name in use, you can find your domain name in the “My Domains” menu and check the payment renewal date to extend the term. In addition, payment reminder emails are sent to your email address registered in the panel for domain names with ninety (90), thirty (30), fifteen (15), five (5), and one (1) day left to pay. Thus, you will not have any problems with the payment process.

Domain names that are not paid for are suspended for two (2) months after the payment due date. During this period the domain name can still be renewed; however, a late renewal fee applies to renewals made after the expiry date.

If no payment is made within the two (2) months, the domain name is automatically deleted by the TRABIS (.tr registry) system. After deletion, the domain name cannot be registered again for one (1) month.

If your domain name is not paid for by the payment due date, it is automatically suspended at midnight at the end of the due date.

Domain names that are not paid for are suspended for two (2) months after the payment due date. At the end of the two (2) months, they are automatically deleted by the TRABIS (.tr registry) system.

After deletion, the domain name cannot be registered again for one (1) month.

For suspended domain names, access is restored after payment at the times when name server records are updated. Updates run every hour on the hour between 09:00 and 21:00, and once each at 01:00 and 06:00.

In addition, for payments made in the first half hour, the update is carried over to the next full hour, while changes made after the half hour are updated an hour and a half later.

You can make your payment for a maximum of five (5) years for your .tr domain names and a maximum of ten (10) years for your gTLD domain names.

Your invoices are created within a maximum of four (4) days from the date of your payment and are sent to your registered email address as e-archive. If you are an taxpayer client, you can check your invoice from your e-portal within the same period.

You can also access your invoices on the page opened by clicking on the “Invoices” menu and entering the “Payment History” tab.

Your invoice is issued according to the billing contact you select during the payment process or information you can define as new. You can define more than one billing contact on the “Billing Addresses” page that you can access through your customer panel and complete your payment transactions by selecting one of these addresses.

To add or edit a new billing contact, log in to your customer panel. Click on the “Billing Addresses” button under your customer card on the left side of the control panel. You can define a new billing contact with the “Add” button on the page that opens. It is possible to define up to twenty-five (25) different billing contacts from this menu. You can use the “Edit” button on the bottom left of the card to update an existing billing contact, or the “Remove” button to delete the contact.

Yes, you can create your proforma invoice before making a payment. After reaching the card information entry screen, you can go back to your control panel and access your proforma invoice from the “Receipts” menu. This way, you can check your invoice before making a payment and make corrections if necessary.

You can review your payment history or details from the Financial Transactions, Receipts, and Invoices sections.

After logging into the METUnic control panel, click on the plus (+) sign in the “Wallet” field under your customer information. Enter the amount of credit you want to upload and click the “Continue” button. Proceed by selecting the credit card option from the payment steps. On the card information entry page, fill in the required fields and complete the payment process.

As a result of the successful payment process, your loaded credit amount will be displayed in the “Wallet” field under your customer information.

It is the system responsible for the conversions that take place between the domain names in the computer networks (eg: metunic.com.tr) and the IP addresses used by the computers (eg: 11.11.11.11). In order to use a domain name assigned to you, you must define your domain name on a server. In other words, you can compare the domain names to the names in the phone book and the IP addresses to the phone numbers. You can think of the domain name server as the directory itself.

You can define subdomains of the domain name registered to you (e.g. subdomain.domainname.com for domainname.com) and use them as you wish.

Creating subdomains will become available together with our hosting service, which is planned to launch soon.

After the domain name is assigned to you, it does not become active immediately. The domain names that are paid and whose DNS information is updated become active by updating with the first update of the servers operated by TRABIS.

Your domain name servers may have been suspended by TRABIS for administrative reasons. You can get support from the support menu tickets link, our call center (+90 312 909 66 28) or by email (info@metunic.com.tr) with us on the subject. Your domain name servers may be suspended by TRABIS due to delayed payment. In other words, if you haven’t paid after the due date, your domain name may be suspended. You can check this by looking at the due date on your dashboard. If your due date has passed and you have no payments, your domain has been suspended. In this case, you should pay for your domain name. Following the payment time, your domain name will be activated at the beginning of the next hour. You may not be able to reach your domain servers due to incorrect DNS addresses being entered into the system. For this, you need to check your DNS address information and make sure it is correct. If the access problem of your website is not caused by DNS, it is recommended that you contact the service provider person / company from which you receive hosting services for your website.

Yes. You can get our business email service for your domain name on the Business Email page; SSL certificates, security packages and website building with Metutech.Design are also available. Our hosting service is coming soon; you can view the packages on the Hosting page.

While your domain is suspended, all network services associated with the domain become inaccessible. Therefore, you cannot receive or send emails as your email service cannot continue.

To update your DNS servers, first login to your control panel with your email and password. Then, find the domain name you want to change in the “My Domains” header. Click on “DNS”, one of the transaction options on the right side of your domain name. In the window that opens, enter your DNS server information in the sections reserved for domain server options. Click on the “Update Name Servers” option at the bottom of the screen. The process is also indicated in the form of a diagram below: Login to the Control Panel -> My Domains -> DNS -> Server Information -> Update Name Servers

DNS server changes are updated every hour between 09.00 and 21.00, once at 01.00 and once at 06.00. In addition to this rule, changes made in the first half hour are transferred to the next hour, while changes made after half an hour are updated one and a half hours later.

If you think there is a problem with the update, we can perform the necessary checks if you send the server address information you request to be saved as a reply.

This box is used to direct your domain servers to DNS addresses that belong to METUnic. If you click on the box, your DNS server information will be directed to ns1.metunic.com.tr and ns2.metunic.com.tr. If you select box, you can add records such as A, CNAME, MX, TXT for your domain name using the “DNS Records” screen.

You need to add your DNS records on the server computers with your DNS directing for that domain. You can also enter DNS records by directing the DNS addresses of your domain name to METUnic DNS servers.

1. To update your DNS servers, first login to your Dashboard with email and password. Then, find the domain name you want to change in the “My Domains” header. Click on the “DNS” button on the right hand side of your domain name, check the “Use METUnic DNS Servers” box in the window that opens. Click on “Update Servers” at the bottom of the screen.
2. Then, by clicking on the DNS Records menu, you can enter your DNS records by typing a dot (.) at the end of the values you enter in the second column, except A and AAA records.
3. If your domain servers are not directed to METUnic before you add records and will be directed later, the update will be performed according to the following time information:
   1. DNS server changes are updated by TRABIS and these updates are carried out every hour between 09.00 and 21.00, one time at 01.00 and at 06.00. In addition to this rule, the changes made in the first half hour are transferred to the next hour, while the changes made in the second half hour are updated after one and a half hours.
   2. If your domain server is already selected as METUnic servers before you add a DNS record, your entered records will be updated after fifteen minutes.

The NS option in the DNS Records menu allows you to configure subdomains to be directed to different DNS servers. For example: It is used to create a server to manage the subdomain created as subdomain.metunic.com.tr connected to metunic.com.tr with a separate DNS server name instead of ns1.metunic.com.tr server.

You can update your domain name servers from the “DNS” link on the right side of your domain name that you want to change in the “My Domains” header.

If you have entered an A record from the DNS Records menu without directing your domain name server information to METUnic DNS addresses, your domain name IP information may not be updated. For this, you must first register your server addresses as ns1.metunic.com.tr and ns2.metunic.com.tr addresses in the “Domain Name Servers” menu and then enter the A record.

Since we have not yet provided support for the server where the IP address will be registered, we cannot assist in creating IP and a private Name Server connected to this IP. Our technical team continues to work to provide services in this field as soon as possible.

When you use METUnic DNS servers, your DNS records will be updated within 15 minutes.

You need to add your DNS records on the server computers with your DNS forwarding for that domain. You can also add a DNS record by directing your domain’s DNS addresses to METUnic DNS servers. To update your DNS servers, first login to your control panel with email and password. Then, find the domain name you want to change in the “My Domains” header. Click on “DNS” options on the right side of your domain name. Check the box “Use METUnic DNS Servers” in the window that opens. Click on the “Update Name Servers” option at the bottom of the screen. Login to the Control Panel -> My Domains -> DNS -> Check METUnic Use DNS Servers -> Update Servers

You may not be able to access your domain name servers due to incorrect DNS addresses being entered into the system. For this, you need to check your DNS address information and make sure that it is correct. If the access problem of your website is not caused by entering incorrect DNS information, it is recommended that you contact the service provider / company from which you receive hosting service for your website.

METUnic also provides URL / Email Forwarding and DNS management services in addition to domain name service.

For domain names allocated with a document, you can change the owner. For this, you must submit the official document showing the change.

In the My Domain Names section, click on the “Information” button to the right of the domain name you want to change. You can make address, email, phone and postal code changes in the “Owner Information” field on the left side.

You can find out how many days before a domain name becomes void from the sites that provide Whois Inquiry service. Whois service is not provided by METUnic, but you can access this information from TRABIS website (opens in a new tab) where you can make Whois Inquiry.

You can find details about Internal Transfer in Internal Transfer.

You can find details about Internal Transfer in Internal Transfer.

For domain names allocated with a document, a change of owner can be made. The transfer and sale of domain names are prohibited in accordance with TRABIS rules, except in the following cases.

1. If the domain name in question was allocated with a “trademark application certificate or trademark registration certificate” at the time of registration and this trademark is transferred to a person or organization other than the current person or organization, the owner information can be changed. The factor to be considered in the change of domain name owner to be made by trademark transfer is the trademark application number. For example, if the domain name application was allocated with the trademark application number yyyy/xxx, in order to update the owner information, this trademark with the number yyyy/xxx must have been transferred to the company to be transferred. In this case, you must submit the trademark transfer certificate to TÜRKPATENT.
2. If the registered organization that appeared as the owner on the date the domain name was allocated has been closed and “a new organization has been opened with the same owner or owners”, the owner information can be changed. In this case, you must submit a copy of the Turkish Trade Registry Gazette showing the title change.
3. On the date the domain name is allocated, if the organization registered as the owner “has a change of title”, the owner information can be changed. In this case, you must submit a copy of the Turkish Trade Registry Gazette showing the change of title.
4. If a domain name registered with the naming right of a foreign company or brand has been transferred to a Turkish company with a distributorship certificate and this situation has changed later, the owner information may change. In this case, you must submit the current distributorship certificate and authorization letter.

Requests and documents for domain name owner change transactions are evaluated by TRABIS, the authorized institution. In the new system, domain name owner information update requests can be submitted from the customer panel. You can submit your documents to TRABIS by following the steps below:

• Click on the “Information” button next to the domain name you want to process.
• Click on the “Transfer” tab in the list that opens, fill in the online request form and click on the “Continue Transfer” button.
• You can save your request by clicking on the “Accept Change of Owner” text on the screen.
• After the change of owner request is submitted, you can submit the documents by clicking the “Upload Documents” button on the Pending .tr Extension Domain Name Transactions page.

In order for the change of owner/transfer to be made, you must submit documents during domain name registration. Otherwise, the evaluation will not be accepted by TRABIS.

An announcement and information from TRABIS on the sale of .tr domain names is awaited. When the authorized registry makes an announcement, we will inform our customers at the same time.

The waiver process is the procedure by which the domain name owner can terminate the use of the domain name before the end of the expiration period and delete the domain name.

From the day of the waiver, the domain name is deleted and its use is suspended for two months. At the end of the period, the domain name is available for re-registration. The information and date that the deleted domain name is opened for registration is published on the TRABIS website.

No, the waiver cannot be cancelled. The domain name is deleted directly after the waiver.

No, there is no refund after waiver.

You need to open a support ticket stating your waiver request. Our experts will promptly review your ticket and get in touch with you. At this stage, we will share the details and requirements of the process with you. Once you give your approval as the panel administrator, the “Waiver” request is forwarded to TRABIS and the process begins.

For documented domain names, waiver requires the signed approval of the domain name holder (stamped, for organizations): Waiver Form (PDF, in Turkish) · Word.

The panel authority accepts, declares and undertakes that the responsibilities arising from the waiver to be made based on the approval belong to him/her.

You should regularly check the DELETED DOMAINS (opens in a new tab) link on the TRABIS website to follow the domain name information and date of re-registration.

Domain whois records show the ownership information of a registered domain name or IP address. By checking the whois information of a domain name, you can find out who it belongs to.

Whois information includes various details such as when the domain name was registered, when it will expire, the registrar it was registered with and who the domain owner is. Under ICANN (gTLD) and BTK/TRABIS (.tr) rules, domain name holders must enter their whois information completely and accurately.

Under the WHOIS policies published by ICANN, this information should not be hidden for the security and accessibility of the DNS system. However, since sharing the data of natural persons publicly or with any third parties constitutes an offence under the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) adopted by the European Union and the KVKK (Personal Data Protection Law) adopted in Türkiye, only the organisation information of the user you define is published.

Domain name information belonging to natural persons is hidden, while information belonging to organisations is published. To hide or show the information of your domain name, such as address, email and telephone, you can follow the steps below:

1. Log in to the control panel.
2. Find your domain name under “My Domains”.
3. Click the “Info” button among the action options on the right side of your domain name.
4. Click the “Owner Privacy” button on the left.
5. On the page that opens, you can switch the relevant buttons on or off.

Email forwarding is the redirecting of all messages received by a certain email address to another email address. There are two types this process.

1. The forwarding of copies of all messages received by an email address. For example, a copy of the emails received by your info@domainname.com.tr address will also be forwarded to your info@domainname.com. at your request. In this way, you can display the emails in both email accounts.
2. Another one is the redirecting of all messages to another email account without displaying them in the first email account. For example, an email sent to your info@domainname.com.tr address will immediately be redirected to your info2@abc.com.tr address at your request. In this way, received messages will only be displayed in your second account.

1. Log in to your METUnic account with your email and password.
2. Click the “Email Forwarding” button on the right side of your domain name under “My Domain Names” section.

“Forwarded Emails” page will be displayed as in the image above. Please, read the information below before beginning configuration.

1 is the username of the email. “info” is the username for info@domainname.com.tr.
2 is the hostname of the email. “@domainname.com.tr” is the hostname for info@domainname.com.tr.
3 is the email address to receive forwarded emails.

For example in order to forward the emails of test@newdomainname.com.tr to info@domainname.com.tr, please follow the steps:
Enter the user name of first email into box number 1. (e.g. test)
Enter the hostname of first email into box number 2. (e.g. @newdomainname.com.tr)
Enter the second email that is to receive emails into box number 3. (e.g. info@domainname.com.tr)
Click “Save” button.
The information given above are set as an example and you should enter your own email information into the related boxes.

When you fill in the boxes, all fields should be displayed in green.
If the fields are displayed with a red frame, email format is not valid.
When you click on the “Save” button, if the process is successful, “Forwarding configuration is successfully saved” will be displayed on the screen.



When forwarding configuration is completed, forwarding record will be displayed in the bottom of the page as it is in the image.
You can click on the “Edit” button to correct your faulty records.
You can click on the downwards arrow and then “Delete” button to delete your faulty records.

Email validation is done for user name, email hostname and email to be forwarded (Boxes number 1, 2 and 3). Valid format is belows:

• You can use alphanumeric characters. (e.g. 0-9, a-z)
• Phrases may start and end with numbers.
• Phrases may include . (dot) but they may not start and end with . (dot).
• Two or more dots may not be used successively in the phrases.
• Characters such as ! , #, $ , % , &, ‘ , * , +, -, / , =, ?, ^ , _ , ` `, . , { , |, } and ~ may be used in the phrases.
• Characters such as @ , \, ” , and [] may not be used in the phrases.
• An email address can be forwarded to more than one email address.
• If you try to record an already existing forwarding configuration, system gives error.

METUnic provides you with free email forwarding service.

METUnic does not store your emails but only gives you service to forward your emails.

Yes. You can get our business email service for your domain name on the Business Email page. Our hosting service is also coming soon.

Email forwarding service will not continue when the service period ends.

Forwarding may be recently configured, please be sure that the required time for update has passed. There may be some troubles about email server, please be sure that the email servers are working properly. The messages may be received by spam folder, please check the junk folder.

If there are no MX records for the forwarded domain name, it will be activated after the registration and distribution of DNS records.

Such redirects are already have a MX record for that domain name, and if redirection is done, another one will be added; consequently, this should not be done because of the confusion. Such redirects should be made through the organization where you receive email hosting.

With the forwarding process, you can use your email that begins with any username you create with the forwarding process and ends with your domain name without purchasing email hosting for your .tr domain name. However, you can only check your email info@domain.com without working with email hosting from your forwarding email and you cannot forward any messages from this email.

URL forwarding is the redirection of a domain name or a page in a domain name to another domain name or a page in another domain name. For example, you can redirect the domain name domain.com to test1.com. In this way, when you want to log in to the domain name domain.com, the site belonging to test1.com will open.

You can reach the detailed explanation in our blog guide “URL Yönlendirme Nasıl Yapılır?” (in Turkish) (opens in a new tab).

URL checks are performed for the subdomain part, the service selection part and the domain name to be forwarded. The simplest requirements are as follows:

• Each tag must be between 1-63 characters. subdomain=63 + domain name=63 characters. If there is no subdomain, only the domain can be registered as 63 characters.
• Alphanumeric characters can be used (Example: 0-9A-Z)
• Phrases can begin and end with a number.
• – (hyphen) can be used, cannot start with -, cannot end with -.
• Characters other than – (period) and – (hyphen) cannot be used.
• A URL can only be redirected once.
• You cannot redirect abc.com -> test1.com while redirecting abc.com -> test2.com. It gives the warning “This URL has been redirected before” and does not make any record.

In order to redirect the URL www.yourdomain.com, you need to create a new record in addition to the URL redirect record you have already created. In order to create the relevant record, after pressing the URL Redirection button next to your domain name, you can create your URL record in the same way after typing “www” in the Subdomain Name blank in the From THIS URL section.

301 forwarding is a permanent URL redirection. For example, a 301 redirect works if you are moving from one URL to another, merging two sites, or making changes to the URL that are not intended to be undone. It is recommended for SEO.

302 forwarding stands for temporary redirection. The forwarding you have made is considered a temporary change and is not registered.

Redirection in this way cannot be done yet, but it is planned to provide support in this area when hosting service is started. If you want to be informed about innovations/developments on this and other issues, you can follow our blog (opens in a new tab) page. In addition, you can be informed about announcements if you contact us.

Even if your URL redirect is defined, you may not be able to confirm that the service is working due to previous queries you have made through the browser you are using, because it will take a certain period of time for your browser to update its data.

During this period, you can clear your browser history and cookies, make a query through an incognito tab or on a different device to confirm the transaction.

When the service period ends, the forwarding service set up between your domain names will no longer continue.

METUnic provides “URL Forwarding” service free of charge.

If there is no A record, the forwarding can be used after the DNS record is added and this record is updated. Old and high TTL records registered in the domain name may cause the update time to be longer.

Internal Transfer is the process of moving a domain name from one METUnic panel to another METUnic panel.

This process, which was previously called Transfer Between Accounts and performed with a form, has been made undocumented / online to make it simpler and more convenient for users.

You can perform the Internal Transfer process, which you can perform in a documentless way, from the “Internal Transfer” menu on the user panel.

You can access the illustrated explanation in our blog guide “METUnic İç Transfer Nasıl Yapılır?” (in Turkish) (opens in a new tab).

The sending account is the name given to the panel where the domain name is currently located. If the receiving account initiated the Internal Transfer, it is the account that makes the decision to approve or reject the Internal Transfer process initiated for the domain name.

The receiving account is the name given to the new panel to which the domain name will be transferred when the Internal Transfer is initiated. If the sending account initiated the Internal Transfer, it is the account that makes the decision to approve or deny the initiated Internal Transfer for the domain name.

In order for the Internal Transfer transaction to be completed, the deciding account must approve the transaction. The email regarding the domain name for which an Internal Transfer transaction has been initiated is sent to both the receiving and sending account.

If no action is taken by the deciding account for the relevant Internal Transfer transaction within five (5) days, the transaction is automatically canceled.

After the online Internal Transfer request is initiated, if approval is given, the transfer is completed within fifteen (15) minutes.

Internal Transfer within METUnic is free of charge.

In order for the Internal Transfer transaction to be completed, the customer panel where the domain name is located will be expected to give approval within five (5) days. Internal Transfer requests that are not approved within this period are automatically canceled.

If you have any problems with the process, you can contact us through the channels on the Help/Support page and get detailed information about the subject.

If you perform an Internal Transfer in the METUnic panel, the services connected to the relevant domain name are also transferred.

Services such as routing, DNS and NS records are moved directly to the receiving account’s panel.

If your domain name is registered with METUnic but not in your account, you can transfer the domain name to your account via Internal Transfer.

For this process, if you are in contact with the METUnic account where the domain name is located, you can complete your transfer request instantly by giving mutual approval.

• If the receiving or sending account whose approval is expected within the scope of Internal Transfer does not respond to the request for five (5) days, the transfer transaction will be canceled automatically.
• If the receiving or sending account whose approval is expected within the scope of the Internal Transfer declines, the transaction will be canceled.
• METUnic reserves the right to intervene in special circumstances.

A registrar-registrar transfer is the process of moving a domain name from another registrar to the METUnic panel or a domain name from the METUnic panel to another registrar.

You can follow the steps below to transfer your domain name from a different registrar to METUnic:

1. The transfer lock must be removed from the registrar where your domain name is located.
2. You need to obtain an “Authorization Code” from the registrar. This code is required for the transfer of your domain name to METUnic.
3. For the domain name you want to transfer to METUnic, click the “Transfer” button on your control panel and type your domain name. Then enter the authorization code in the relevant field.
4. Complete the transfer application by paying the transfer fee.
5. The transfer fee is equivalent to one (1) year’s payment of the domain name and the duration of the domain name is extended by one (1) year when the transfer process is completed.

*For the transfer of a domain name that already has a five (5) year term, one(1) year fee is charged, but a one (1) year extension is not available.

To transfer your domain name to a different registrar, follow these steps:

1. In your control panel, go to “Services → My Domains”.
2. Click the “Info” button to the right of the domain name.
3. In the transfer lock section, select “Unlock the registrar lock so the domain name can be transferred.” to disable the transfer lock.
4. Click the “Show Transfer Authorization Code” box.

To start a transfer, at least 60 days must have passed since the domain name was registered and since it was transferred to its current registrar.

The EPP code is a type of approval code used to ensure security during domain name transfer. You can transfer your domain name securely by receiving this code from your old registrar and forwarding it to your new registrar.

Internal transfers between accounts are completed within 24 hours, and transfers between registrars are completed within 5-7 business days. If you want to speed up the process, you can confirm your transfer request through the registrar where the domain name is registered.

You can view your application status in the “My Domains” tab under active, pending, and canceled status. Your pending domain name will be switched to an active domain name in fifteen (15) minutes. In case of any problem, you can contact us via the Help/Support page and obtain detailed information about the subject.

In order for your domain name to become active, make sure that you have registered server services, directed your domain name to these servers, and prepared a website that will provide content for your domain name. Registering a domain name is just one of the things you need to have an active website.

• You should make sure that it has 2-63 characters.
• You can use characters from the letter A to the letter Z, from the digit 0 to the digit 9, and you can also use the hyphen (-) sign. However, you are not allowed to use a hyphen (-) at the beginning or end of the domain name.
• You should choose a catchy name that is relevant to your website content.
• You should check the history of the name and the content of similar names.
• You should choose a domain name that points to your content and is compatible with SEO.
• You should pay attention to avoid confusion of English and Turkish characters.
• You should choose a domain name that is easy to write and read and avoid spelling mistakes.
• If you are going to create a site that you will support with different areas such as social media, you should also review its compliance with their criteria.

1. Go to the name server change screen.
2. Click the “Child Name Server” button in the menu on the left.
3. Click the “Add Child Name Server” button.
4. On the screen that opens, the extension of the domain name for which you want to create a custom name server is added automatically. Enter only the prefix (e.g. ns) and your IP address in the relevant fields.
5. Click the “Add” button.
6. After defining the name servers, go to “Name Servers”.
7. Click the “DNS” button to reach the name server update screen.
8. Enter the name servers for your domain name in the relevant fields and click the “Update Name Servers” button.

For detailed information on this topic, you can review our Privacy Policy and Personal Data Protection Policy.

When the domain name expires, forwarding between your email addresses will no longer continue.

When the service period expires, the forwarding service between your domain names will not continue.

To transfer your domain name to a different registrar, follow these steps:

1. In your control panel, go to “Services → My Domains”.
2. Click the “Info” button to the right of the domain name.
3. In the transfer lock section, select “Unlock the registrar lock so the domain name can be transferred.” to disable the transfer lock.
4. Click the “Show Transfer Authorization Code” box.

To start a transfer, at least 60 days must have passed since the domain name was registered and since it was transferred to its current registrar.

Taking its name from an abbreviation of the word "commercial," .com is a generic top-level domain extension commonly used for commercial and personal purposes. It is also the most widely used extension in the world.

Although the .com domain name has no restrictions, as its name suggests it is mostly used for websites that conduct commercial activities. Because it is popular and prestigious, it is also a frequent choice for blogs, entrepreneurs, non-profit organizations and personal sites.

Whether you are building a website for your new company or starting a personal blog, and whatever industry you work in, a “.com” domain name adds value to your business or brand with its prestige. Because it is such a familiar extension, it makes websites memorable and easy to find. Having a .com extension for your website increases your online visibility and helps you reach more people. As a widely used extension, it is a trusted choice that lets your customers or users visit your website with peace of mind. As the most popular of all top-level domains (TLDs), .com signals that a site offers commercial services, which makes it especially useful for commercial websites and helps support company sales. And because it is used so widely in every field, the .com extension is also practical and convenient for users who want to transact on mobile.

As the most popular domain name extension, .com helps you project a trustworthy image to your users. In addition, .com domains are governed by ICANN. Because METUnic is ICANN-accredited, it provides .com domain names in full compliance with all policies and procedures in this framework, and therefore offers a reliable .com service.

Yes, you can get a .com domain name as an individual.

.com domain names are operated by Verisign under authority granted by ICANN. In addition to being the registry for .com domain names, Verisign is also the registry for extensions such as .tv and .net. Verisign does not register domain names directly to end users; instead, it sells them through ICANN-accredited companies.

.com is a generic top-level domain extension commonly used by businesses, and anyone can register it. To check whether the domain name you want has already been registered by someone else, you can check its availability using the “domain name search” section on the home page. If it is not in use, you can easily complete your purchase.

The .com domain name system works on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, if the domain name you want has already been registered by someone else, METUnic does not offer a service that can get that domain name for you; you can apply for a different domain name instead. However, for domain names whose ownership information is not hidden in a whois lookup, you can contact the owner personally.

Make sure the domain name is 2-63 characters long. It may contain the letters A-Z, the digits 0-9 and the hyphen (-); a hyphen cannot be used at the beginning or end of the domain name.

Choose a memorable name related to the content of your website, and check the history of the name and the content of similar names.

Click here to see our current price list.

If the domain name is available for purchase, the system will direct you to the payment step after you submit your application. At the purchase step, you can pay for your domain name with your debit/credit card.

Under ICANN rules, a domain name can be registered for a period of one to ten years and is active only for the registered period. You can also renew your domain name for up to a maximum of ten years.

.com domain names are registered on a "first come, first served" basis, without any criteria and without documents.

Your domain name will be ready to use as soon as your payment is received.

Renewal is required for you to keep using your domain name. Once your registration period ends, you lose all management rights to your domain name. In this case, you cannot perform any actions on the information or content associated with your domain name. You should check your domain name's renewal date and take the necessary steps on time. This way, you can avoid financial and non-financial losses.

By moving your domain names to METUnic, an ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) accredited registrar, you can use them without interruption. Founded under the METU Development Foundation with the IT expertise of METU, one of Türkiye's leading universities, METUnic is a domestic, national company that operates on principles of affordable pricing and reliability, and provides its users with high-quality domain name registration services.

.net is one of the top level generic domains. It comes from the English abbreviation of the word “network”. It is a domain name extension mostly used by businesses serving in the online platform and technology industry.

.net extension is one of the most widely used domain name extensions in the world. This extension, which has been actively used since 1985, leaves a reliable impression on the users thanks to its wide usage volume. This extension, which means network and organization, is generally preferred by people and institutions operating in the information sector. Although there is a domain extension available to anyone, domain names with .net extensions are a good option for users in the application and technology industry to show themselves off. It is also very advantageous in terms of strengthening the brand positioning of users who want to be well-known in such areas.

Domain names with .net extension are operated by Verisign with the authority obtained from ICANN. Verisign is the registration authority of domain names with extensions such as .com and .tv, as well as being the authority of “.net” domains. In addition, Verisign sells through companies with ICANN accreditation rather than directly allocating the domain name to the end user.

The widespread use of the .net extension is important in terms of clarifying the field of activity and promoting the service. .net domain names, run by the registry Verisign under ICANN rules, are strong in terms of reliability. .net, which can be purchased through companies with ICANN accreditation such as METUnic, is allocated in accordance with all kinds of policies and procedures.

In order to have a .net domain name, you need to check if the domain name you want has been assigned to someone else. You should check the suitability of your .net extension from the “domain name query” section on the METUnic home page. If the domain name you want to get is available, you can have your domain name quickly.

The domain name system with .net extension works on a “first come, first served” basis. For this reason, if the domain name you want is taken before you, there is no service you can get by METUnic for this domain name. In this case, you can apply for a different domain name. However, for domain names whose ownership information is not hidden in whois query, you can contact the owner personally.

You can reach our current price list hereby.

According to ICANN regulations, a domain name can be registered for a period of 1 to 10 years and can only be actively used for the period recorded. You can also renew your domain name to extend its lifetime for a maximum of 10 years.

Domain names with .net extension are allocated without any documents, in accordance with the principle of “first come, first served”.

Your domain name is ready to use from the moment your payment is submitted.

The renewal process is required in order to use the domain you own. With the expiry of your registration period, you will be banned from all administrative rights of your domain name. In this case, you cannot take any action regarding any information or content of your domain name. You should check the renewal date of your domain period and do the necessary actions on time.

Domain name transfer is the process of transferring your domain name from the current company to another company. If the transfer conditions specified by both companies are met, it is possible to do your transaction easily. By doing this, you will transfer your domain name with .net extension from a different registration operator to METUnic. After you follow the necessary procedures, you can perform all your transactions related to your domain name through METUnic accounts. You can carry out your transfer transactions by following the steps in the link.

You can use your domain names without interruption by transferring to METUnic, our company accredited by ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers). Established under the umbrella of METU Development Foundation, METUnic is a domestic and national company working with the principles of affordable price policy and reliability and provides a quality service to its users in domain name allocation. You can also collect all your domain names under one roof with domain name transfer. This process is valuable in terms of preventing loss of time and not being exposed to different procedures in the long term. By managing all of your domain names from METUnic, you can have a secure and orderly management opportunity. You can review the relevant steps to transfer your domain name by clicking the link,

To update your DNS servers, first log in to your control panel with your email and password. Then find the domain name you want to make changes to under the heading “My Domains”. Click on “DNS Records” from the transaction options on the right side of your domain name. In the window that opens, enter your DNS server information in the sections reserved for domain name server options. Click on the “Update Servers” option at the bottom of the screen. The process is indicated in the diagram below: Login to Control Panel -> My Domains -> DNS Records -> Manage.tr Domain Name, Server Information Entry -> Update Servers

You can click here to take advantage of the URL forwarding service of your domain name.

For domain names with extensions such as .com, .net and .org to be transferred:

1. at least 60 days must have passed since the domain name was registered, and
2. at least 60 days must have passed since the domain name was transferred to its current registrar.

If you think there is a different problem, you can contact us via live chat.

You should check the details of your additional services like your domain name’s DNS, URL forwarding before the transfer. It appears that free additional services received from some registration operators are paused after the transfer. To avoid such problems, you should contact your current registrar and confirm whether there will be any changes to your services after the transfer.

.org, one of the top level generic domain names, is a domain name extension created by the abbreviation of the English word “organization”. Used since 1985, the .org extension is internationally known. It is generally preferred by foundations, associations, organizations, non-profit and non-governmental organizations.

First of all, the .org domain name extension is a reputable extension because of its high awareness. Just like .com extension, it allows users to create a strong impression. .org domain names, unlike other domain extensions, can be arranged for a specific purpose. This aim may be the dissemination and announcement of charity associations, cultural, art and non-profit organizations and projects. Domain users in these areas can easily reach their target audience by choosing .org.

Domain names with .org extension are operated by the Public Interest Registry (PIR) with the authorization from ICANN. In addition, the Public Interest Registry (PIR) performs sales through ICANN accredited companies instead of directly allocating the domain name to the end user.

.org extension is one of the most used domain names in the world. In this respect, its recognition and prestige creates a safe impression by the users. In addition, domain names with .org extension are managed by ICANN. Extensions that you will receive from registration operators that provide services depending on ICANN are reliable. METUnic has ICANN accreditation and provides an .org extension in accordance with all policies and procedures within this framework. Accordingly, it is known to provide a reliable .org service.

In order to have a .org domain name, you need to check whether the domain name you want has been assigned to someone else. You should check the availability in the “domain name query” section on the METUnic home page. If the domain name you want to get is not in use, you can easily make purchases.

Domain name system with .org extension works on a “first come, first served” basis. For this reason, if the domain name you want is taken before you, there is no service you can get by METUnic for this domain name. In this case, you can apply for a different domain name. However, for domain names whose ownership information is not hidden in whois query, you can contact the owner personally.

You can reach our current price list hereby.

According to ICANN regulations, a domain name can be registered for a period of 1 to 10 years and can only be actively used for the period recorded. You can also renew your domain name to extend its lifetime for a maximum of 10 years.

Domain names with .org extension are allocated without any documents, in accordance with the principle of “first come, first served”.

Your domain name is ready to use from the moment your payment is submitted.

The renewal process is required in order to use the domain you own. With the expiry of your registration period, you will be banned from all administrative rights of your domain name. In this case, you cannot take any action regarding any information or content of your domain name. You should check the renewal date of your domain period and do the necessary actions on time.

Domain name transfer is the process of transferring your domain name from the current company to another company. If the transfer conditions specified by both companies are met, it is possible to do your transaction easily. By doing this, you will transfer your domain name with .org extension from a different registration operator to METUnic. After you follow the necessary procedures, you can perform all your transactions related to your domain name through METUnic accounts. You can carry out your transfer transactions by following the steps in the… link.

You can use your domain names without interruption by transferring to METUnic, our company accredited by ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers). Established under the umbrella of METU Development Foundation, METUnic is a domestic and national company working with the principles of affordable price policy and reliability and provides a quality service to its users in domain name allocation. You can also collect all your domain names under one roof with domain name transfer. This process is valuable in terms of preventing loss of time and not being exposed to different procedures in the long term. By managing all of your domain names from METUnic, you can have a secure and orderly management opportunity. To transfer your domain name…. By clicking the link, you can review the relevant steps.

To update your DNS servers, first log in to your control panel with your email and password. Then find the domain name you want to make changes to under the heading “My Domains”. Click on “DNS Records” from the transaction options on the right side of your domain name. In the window that opens, enter your DNS server information in the sections reserved for domain name server options. Click on the “Update Servers” option at the bottom of the screen. The process is indicated in the diagram below: Login to Control Panel -> My Domains -> DNS Records -> Manage.tr Domain Name, Server Information Entry -> Update Servers

To learn how to use the URL forwarding service for your domain name, see the URL Forwarding page.

The .info extension is an abbreviation of the English word “information”. It is preferred for informational domain names.

It does not have any restrictions in terms of use. It can be used for any purpose aimed at providing information flow. It is suitable for different occupational groups and business lines that will create informative content within the domain. It is preferred by companies and it is also popular for individual use.

You can easily check the availability of the domain name you want to purchase from the “domain name query” section on the METUnic home page. If the domain name you want to register is not in use, you can buy it.

The .info extension gives domains the feature of understanding that they are informative. It helps to create a conscious audience of visitors and users. For this reason, from public institutions to the private sector, from scientific studies to commercial transactions; many areas use .info extension. It offers a suitable use for the working area. It is not only advantageous in terms of recognition and reliability, but also important in terms of increasing and popularizing internet visibility.

.pro comes from the English word “professional”. It is a custom made domain extension for use in the professional world.

It is widely used by large companies and experts in the field. Especially, it is seen that organizations in the branding process are frequently preferred. The .pro extension is among the popular choices of holding companies and professional institutions and organizations.

You can easily check the availability of the domain name you want to purchase from the “domain name query” section on the METUnic home page. If the domain name you want to register is not in use, you can buy it.

It is a very efficient extension in terms of increasing the visibility in search engines and creating images. It is a supportive extension of branding, awareness and reliability issues. It is useful for creating web sites where business-related information and sharing will be made. It is preferred in terms of being SEO compatible and forming a whole with the words added in front of it.

The .me domain name is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) of Montenegro. It has been used worldwide since 2008. It is a globally registrable extension without any restrictions.

As a proprietary domain extension .me is preferred by companies as well as personally. Many companies choose the .me extension for its phonetically appropriate and meaningful unity. In addition, with the spread of distance and freelance working culture, it has become frequently preferred in professions such as designer, developer, technology specialist.

You can easily check the availability of the domain name you want to purchase from the “domain name query” section on the METUnic home page. If the domain name you want to register is not in use, you can buy it.

Due to its international recognition and reliability, the .me extension is different from other ccTLD. This difference allows it to be used just like a top-level generic domain name extension. Since the .me extension evokes the word “me” in English, it forms a meaningful whole with many words added in front of it. This provides an efficient use in terms of both SEO and Google visibility.

It is a document showing the domain name’s owner, from which registrar it is registered, and how long this domain name can be used.

You can document that the domain name is owned by you. Also, you can increase brand reliability by publishing your certificate on your website.

You can benefit from the service for all .tr and gTLD domain names in the METUnic system.

There is no physical document as this service is completely online. You can access your domain name registration document online and download it to your device.

You can access the steps to buy a “Domain Name Registration Certificate” for an existing domain name in our blog guide “Aktif Bir Alan Adı İçin Alan Adı Tescil Belgesi” (in Turkish) (opens in a new tab).

For a new domain name you will register, you can find the steps to buy a “Domain Name Registration Certificate” at the time of registration in our blog guide “Alan Adı Tahsisi Sırasında Alan Adı Tescil Belgesi” (in Turkish) (opens in a new tab).

Hosting is an online server service that keeps the data of your websites, web projects and files published and accessible on the internet without interruption.

Since our infrastructure is Linux-based, you can host, manage and publish all your PHP, HTML, JS, CSS and similar web-based projects, except .ASP and .NET projects.

No. Our hosting services are provided solely for running and publishing websites. Under our fair use policy, they cannot be used for file backup, archiving or personal cloud storage.

Yes, you can. With the advanced cPanel control panel and high resource quotas, you can securely host your corporate websites and professional projects.

Yes. All our hosting servers use original, up-to-date licenses verified by cPanel.

Yes, you can send email. However, hourly and daily email sending limits apply to our standard hosting packages. For high-volume and commercial email sending, we recommend our Business Email service.

Our hosting service runs on a high-speed, low-latency (ping) server infrastructure in a Tier 3 data center located in Türkiye.

You can publish personal blogs, e-commerce platforms, corporate websites, WordPress and similar content management systems, as well as any custom web applications you develop.

As soon as your payment is confirmed, the system automatically sets up your hosting account and sends you your access details.

Yes. All our hosting packages include a free AutoSSL (Let's Encrypt) certificate, which is activated automatically for your domain name.

Yes. Using the MultiPHP Manager / Select PHP Version tool in cPanel, you can switch freely between PHP versions 7.4, 8.0, 8.1, 8.2 and 8.3.

Yes. You can move your cPanel-based websites hosted with another company in one click through cPanel.

The Domain Name Registration Certificate is valid for 1 year from the date of purchase and is sold at ₺199.00 per year. When it expires, you can buy it again from your customer panel or add it to your cart while renewing your domain.

.bbs.tr is one of the undocumented domain extensions: no documents are required during application and registration, and there is no user restriction. To register:

1. Type the name you want with the .bbs.tr extension (e.g. example.bbs.tr) into the search box on the homepage and click Search.
2. If the domain is available, add it to your cart; log in to your customer account or create a new one.
3. Complete the payment; your domain is registered in your name through TRABIS.

If the name you apply for is on the Restricted Names List (TAKIL) or the Closed Names List (TAKAL), TRABIS may request documents under the ICTA (BTK) document Procedures and Principles on Restricted Domain Names (opens in a new tab); in that case a Declaration Form is submitted. .bbs.tr is a second-level domain intended for institutions and organizations that provide BBS (Bulletin Board System) services.

TAKIL is the name TRABIS gives to its “Restricted Domain Names” list. Because of the terms contained in a domain name, TRABIS may request documents when it deems necessary under the ICTA (BTK) document Procedures and Principles on Restricted Domain Names (opens in a new tab).

After applying for a domain name on the TAKIL list, you need to submit documents supporting the domain name (trademark certificate, tax certificate, activity certificate, registry certificate, trade name in the Turkish Trade Registry Gazette, etc.) and a declaration (petition). If you do not have these documents, you may upload images of the declaration and your Turkish ID card to the system and wait for TRABIS's evaluation.

You can find the declaration form and a filled-in sample in the Forms section. You can submit your documents via the “Upload Document” link next to the domain name under “Services → Pending .tr Domain Name Operations” in your control panel. The “Upload Document” button becomes active within 10 minutes after your payment. Evaluation of documented domain name applications may take up to 15 business days, depending on the TRABIS workflow and workload.

METUnic is a technology company and ICANN- and TRABIS-accredited domain name registrar, founded by the METU Development Foundation in March 2019. Its legal name is ODTÜ Geliştirme Vakfı Bilgi Teknolojileri Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. With METUnic you can register your domain name, secure your brand with SSL certificates and trademark registration, and manage your digital identity with business email and the AI-powered website builder Metutech.Design from a single account. Backorder, domain security packages and domain registration certificates are also offered.

METUnic is based in Ankara: Mustafa Kemal Mah. Dumlupınar Bulvarı No:280G/1104 Çankaya / Ankara, Türkiye. Phone: +90 312 909 66 28, email: info@metunic.com.tr. All contact channels are on the Contact page.

METUnic is not a campus or unit of METU; it is a company of the METU Development Foundation. The team's experience is rooted in METU, which established Türkiye's first internet connection in 1991 and managed the registration of .tr domain names through nic.tr from 1998 to 2019. Management of .tr domain names moved to TRABIS under the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) in 2022; METUnic is one of the registrars connected to TRABIS today.

METUnic manages more than 684,000 domain names for over 138,000 customers and offers more than 60 extensions. It ranks 106th among 2,815 registrars worldwide.

Metutech.Design is METUnic's AI-powered website builder. It is used at metutech.design and can be added to the cart in step 3 (Other Services) when buying a domain name from METUnic. See the Metutech.Design page for details.