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`.se` is the top-level domain (TLD) for Sweden, indicating websites registered in the country. It is used to identify Swedish websites and distinguish them from websites from other countries.

What does .se mean?

.se is the Internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Sweden. Assigned in 1986, it is administered by the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority (PTS). .se is the most popular ccTLD in Sweden, with over 2.5 million registered domains.

The Domain Name System (DNS) is a hierarchical system that translates human-readable hostnames (e.g., www.example.com) into IP addresses (e.g., 192.168.1.1). ccTLDs are the second-level domains (SLDs) in the DNS hierarchy that represent countries or territories. For example, .se represents Sweden.

When a user types a domain name into their browser, the DNS resolves it into an IP address. The browser then uses the IP address to connect to the web server Hosting the website.

Applications

.se is used in a variety of applications, including:

  • Websites: .se is the most popular ccTLD for websites in Sweden. It is used by businesses, organizations, and individuals to create a web presence.
  • Email: .se is also used for email addresses. Swedish businesses and individuals often use .se email addresses to identify themselves as being from Sweden.
  • Marketing: .se can be used in marketing campaigns to target Swedish consumers. For example, a Swedish business might use a .se domain name for its website and email marketing campaigns.

History

The .se ccTLD was created in 1986, shortly after the introduction of the DNS. It was initially managed by the Swedish National Data Service (SNDS). In 2003, the PTS took over administration of .se.

Since its inception, .se has been one of the most popular ccTLDs in the world. In 2022, there were over 2.5 million registered .se domains.

In 2010, the PTS launched a new registry system for .se. The new system allows for the registration of second-level domains (SLDs) directly under .se. This makes it easier for Swedish businesses and individuals to create a web presence.