New generic TLD

.DEV domain
in Pakistan.

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Quick answer

.dev is a new generic TLD for software developers, dev tools and tech portfolios. Anyone can register a .dev domain. Every .dev site must use HTTPS, so you need an SSL certificate. You can register it from Pakistan with DomainWalay, pay in PKR, and manage DNS from one panel. Minimum term is 1 year, and a 60 day transfer lock applies after registration. Registration costs Rs 5,901 per year in PKR.

1 yrMIN TERM
60 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
YesWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeNew generic TLD
RegistryGoogle Registry
RegionWorldwide
Best forSoftware developers, dev tools and tech portfolios
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer time5 to 7 days
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyUDRP
01 / Overview

What is .dev?

The .dev extension was opened by Google in 2019 and requires HTTPS on every site. A .dev domain is the standard extension for software developers, dev tools and technical documentation.

There is no eligibility barrier for .dev. Anyone can register a .dev domain. Every .dev site must use HTTPS, so you need an SSL certificate. Pay in PKR, add your nameservers and you are online.

A freelance developer in Islamabad can show her GitHub projects and hire me page on a .dev name. That is the kind of use .dev is built for.

Terms run from 1 to 10 years. Longer terms lock in the price and avoid yearly reminders. Expired names can usually be restored within 30 days at a higher fee.

Moving .dev to DomainWalay is simple. Unlock the domain at your current provider, get the auth code (also called EPP code), and start the transfer here. New registrations and recent transfers have a 60 day lock. Most transfers finish in 5 to 7 days.

Who uses .dev in Pakistan

02 / Requirements checklist

What you need to register .dev

✓Who can registerAnyone can register a .dev domain. Every .dev site must use HTTPS, so you need an SSL certificate.
✓DocumentsNo documents are needed.
✓Minimum term1 year
✓Maximum term10 years
✓Name length1 to 63 characters
✓Contact detailsA working email and phone number for the registrant
✓PaymentPKR by bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or card
03 / Rules and lifecycle

Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .dev

Full .DEV policy terms →
Registration

Register .dev for 1 to 10 years. Names can use letters, numbers and hyphens, from 1 to 63 characters, and cannot start or end with a hyphen. Internationalized names in supported scripts are allowed. No documents are needed.

Renewal

Renew .dev any time before expiry. Auto renew is available in the client area. After expiry there is a grace period of about 30 days where renewal is still at the normal price, but the website may stop working. After that comes a redemption period of about 30 days with a higher restore fee. When all periods end, the name is released and anyone can register it.

Transfer

Transfers of .dev need the domain to be unlocked and a valid auth code from the current registrar. A domain cannot move within 60 days of registration or a previous transfer. The registrant email must approve the request. Typical time is 5 to 7 days.

Lifecycle

A .dev name goes through these stages: Active for the paid term, then Expired with a grace period of about 30 days, then Redemption for about 30 days, then Pending delete, then released.

DNSSEC

DNSSEC is supported for .dev. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.

Registration data and privacy

Public WHOIS and RDAP output for .dev is redacted for most personal data. Registration data still has to be accurate, and the registry can ask for it.

04 / Transfer to DomainWalay

Move your .dev in 5 to 7 days

Unlock the domainLog in at your current registrar and turn off the transfer lock.
Get the auth codeAsk the current registrar for the auth code, also called the EPP code. It comes by email or shows in the panel.
Start the transfer hereEnter your .dev name and the auth code on DomainWalay and pay the transfer fee. Most transfers add a year to the domain.
Approve the emailThe registrant email gets an approval link. Click it to speed things up.
Done in 5 to 7 daysThe domain shows in your DomainWalay client area. Update nameservers if needed.
05 / Complete the setup

Hosting and SSL,
same login.

Your DomainWalay account also works on HostingWalay and SSLWalay. Add hosting and a certificate for your new .dev without a second signup.

Real life example

A freelance developer in Islamabad can show her GitHub projects and hire me page on a .dev name.

06 / Compare

.dev vs the usual suspects

ExtensionRegisterRenewRule
.devRs 5,901Rs 7,022Open
.comRs 3,864Rs 4,038Open
.com.pkRs 4,200Rs 4,500Open
.netRs 5,686Rs 7,065Open
Did you know

The .dev extension was opened by Google in 2019 and requires HTTPS on every site.

08 / FAQ

.dev questions,
answered simply.

Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.

Ask a question
What is .dev?

A .dev domain is the standard extension for software developers, dev tools and technical documentation. The .dev extension was opened by Google in 2019 and requires HTTPS on every site.

How much does a .dev domain cost in Pakistan?

At DomainWalay, .dev registration is Rs 5,901 per year and renewal is Rs 7,022 per year. Transfer is Rs 5,901. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.

Who can register .dev?

Anyone can register a .dev domain. Every .dev site must use HTTPS, so you need an SSL certificate. No documents are needed.

Can I register .dev from Pakistan?

Yes. There is no country rule for .dev. Anyone in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad or any other city can register it and pay in PKR.

How do I transfer my .dev domain to DomainWalay?

Unlock the domain at your current registrar, get the auth code, and start the transfer here with that code. Domains registered or transferred in the last 60 days cannot move yet. It usually takes 5 to 7 days.

What happens if my .dev domain expires?

Renew it as soon as possible. There is a short grace period of about 30 days at the normal price. After that, a redemption period of about 30 days applies with a higher restore fee. Then the name is deleted and anyone can register it.

Is WHOIS privacy available for .dev?

Yes. Personal contact details are hidden from public WHOIS and RDAP lookups for .dev.

Which is better for a Pakistani business, .dev or .pk?

It depends on your audience. .dev suits software developers, dev tools and tech portfolios. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.

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