.dj

.dj is the Internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) assigned to the Republic of Djibouti. The letters 'dj' derive from the two-letter ISO 3166-1 code for the country.

Like other ccTLDs, .dj registers website names and email addresses. Its use is relatively limited compared to generic domains such as .com, but is available to government bodies, local businesses, and Internet projects in Djibouti.

Administration

Technical management and registration policy are delegated to a local body linked to the country's telecommunications authority. Information on the sponsoring organisation is held in the general IANA database, which is responsible for allocating Internet numbers and domain names.

Linguistic use and market

Because 'DJ' internationally stands for 'disc jockey'—the person who plays music at events and on radio—the .dj domain has attracted interest from people and organisations outside Djibouti seeking a memorable name. This is an example of what are known as 'domain hacks', the practice of using ccTLDs to create alternative meanings.

Domain structure

The registry may allow direct registration at the second level (for example: name.dj), as well as subdomains for specific purposes, such as government or education. The exact structure of subdomains depends on the registry's current policy.