Register .museum 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. Proof of eligibility is needed. The registry checks it before the domain goes live.
Sponsored TLD
.MUSEUM domain
.MUSEUM domain
in Pakistan.
Quick answer
.museum is a sponsored TLD for museums, galleries and heritage bodies. Only museums, museum associations and museum professionals can register a .museum domain. The registry checks that you fit its definition of a museum. Proof of eligibility is needed. The registry checks it before the domain goes live. The minimum term is 1 year. DomainWalay checks your papers, registers the name and gives support in Pakistan. Registration costs Rs 7,424 per year in PKR.
1 yrMIN TERM
60 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
YesWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeSponsored TLD
RegistryMuseum Domain Management Association
RegionWorldwide
Best forMuseums, galleries and heritage bodies
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer time5 to 7 days
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyUDRP
01 / Overview
What is .museum?
The .museum extension is a sponsored extension reserved for museums and the people who work in them. A quick fact: The .museum extension launched in 2001 and was the first sponsored top level domain.
.museum has an eligibility check. Only museums, museum associations and museum professionals can register a .museum domain. The registry checks that you fit its definition of a museum. Proof of eligibility is needed. The registry checks it before the domain goes live. Send us the papers on WhatsApp or email and we handle the registry side.
The Lahore Museum or a private heritage collection in Karachi can apply, but must show that it is a real museum. That is the kind of use .museum is built for.
You can register .museum for 1 to 10 years at a time. Renew before the expiry date to keep your website and email running. If it expires, there is a redemption window of about 30 days, but the restore fee is higher than a normal renewal.
Moving .museum 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 .museum in Pakistan
02 / Requirements checklist
What you need to register .museum
!Who can registerOnly museums, museum associations and museum professionals can register a .museum domain. The registry checks that you fit its definition of a museum.
!DocumentsProof of eligibility is needed. The registry checks it before the domain goes live.
✓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
Need help with eligibility?
Send us the domain name and your situation on WhatsApp. We confirm the route before you pay anything.
Ask on WhatsApp 03 / Rules and lifecycleRegistration, renewal and
Full .MUSEUM policy terms →Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .museum
Renew .museum 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.
Transfers of .museum 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. Eligibility rules also apply to the new owner.
A .museum 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 is supported for .museum. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.
Public WHOIS and RDAP output for .museum 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 .museum 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 .museum 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,
Hosting and SSL,
same login.
Your DomainWalay account also works on HostingWalay and SSLWalay. Add hosting and a certificate for your new .museum without a second signup.
Host it on HostingWalayNVMe hosting from Rs 299 per month, cPanel, free migration, Pakistani support.
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Secure it with SSLWalayDV, OV and EV certificates from Rs 2,687 per year. Padlock and https for your .museum.
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Real life example
The Lahore Museum or a private heritage collection in Karachi can apply, but must show that it is a real museum.
08 / FAQ.museum questions,
.museum questions,
answered simply.
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.
Ask a questionWhat is .museum?
The .museum extension is a sponsored extension reserved for museums and the people who work in them. The .museum extension launched in 2001 and was the first sponsored top level domain.
How much does a .museum domain cost in Pakistan?
At DomainWalay, .museum registration is Rs 7,424 per year and renewal is Rs 8,413 per year. Transfer is Rs 13,603. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.
Who can register .museum?
Only museums, museum associations and museum professionals can register a .museum domain. The registry checks that you fit its definition of a museum. Proof of eligibility is needed. The registry checks it before the domain goes live.
Can I register .museum from Pakistan?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility rule. Only museums, museum associations and museum professionals can register a .museum domain. The registry checks that you fit its definition of a museum. Message us on WhatsApp before you order and we confirm the route for your case.
How do I transfer my .museum 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 .museum 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 .museum?
Yes. Personal contact details are hidden from public WHOIS and RDAP lookups for .museum.
Which is better for a Pakistani business, .museum or .pk?
It depends on your audience. .museum suits museums, galleries and heritage bodies. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.
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