Register .kim 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.
New generic TLD
.KIM domain
.KIM domain
in Pakistan.
Quick answer
.kim is a new generic TLD for personal sites for people named Kim. Anyone can register a .kim domain. 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 3,245 per year in PKR.
1 yrMIN TERM
60 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
YesWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeNew generic TLD
RegistryIdentity Digital
RegionWorldwide
Best forPersonal sites for people named Kim
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer time5 to 7 days
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyUDRP
01 / Overview
What is .kim?
The .kim extension matches a very common Korean family name and is used for personal sites, mainly by people named Kim. A quick fact: Kim is the most common family name in Korea.
.kim is open to everyone. Anyone can register a .kim domain. You do not need any paperwork, and the domain is usually live within minutes of payment.
Here is how it looks in real life. This one is mostly for people with the name Kim. A Pakistani looking for a personal name should try .me or .name.
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 .kim 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 .kim in Pakistan
02 / Requirements checklist
What you need to register .kim
✓Who can registerAnyone can register a .kim domain.
✓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 lifecycleRegistration, renewal and
Full .KIM policy terms →Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .kim
Renew .kim 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 .kim 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.
A .kim 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 .kim. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.
Public WHOIS and RDAP output for .kim 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 .kim 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 .kim 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 .kim 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 .kim.
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Real life example
This one is mostly for people with the name Kim. A Pakistani looking for a personal name should try .me or .name.
08 / FAQ.kim questions,
.kim questions,
answered simply.
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.
Ask a questionWhat is .kim?
The .kim extension matches a very common Korean family name and is used for personal sites, mainly by people named Kim. Kim is the most common family name in Korea.
How much does a .kim domain cost in Pakistan?
At DomainWalay, .kim registration is Rs 3,245 per year and renewal is Rs 9,651 per year. Transfer is Rs 7,927. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.
Who can register .kim?
Anyone can register a .kim domain. No documents are needed.
Can I register .kim from Pakistan?
Yes. There is no country rule for .kim. Anyone in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad or any other city can register it and pay in PKR.
How do I transfer my .kim 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 .kim 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 .kim?
Yes. Personal contact details are hidden from public WHOIS and RDAP lookups for .kim.
Which is better for a Pakistani business, .kim or .pk?
It depends on your audience. .kim suits personal sites for people named Kim. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.
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