ccTLD

country-code Top-Level Domain

An internet domain name extension that represents a specific country, territory, or geographic region. ccTLDs are used to indicate the target audience of a website or online resource based on their location. They are usually two letters long and follow the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 standard, which assigns two-letter codes to countries and territories.

For example:

• .us represents the United States
• .uk represents the United Kingdom
• .de represents Germany
• .jp represents Japan

Using a ccTLD can help businesses signal to search engines and users that their website or content is designed for a specific country or region. This can improve search engine rankings and user experience for the target audience, as well as provide a clear indication of the website’s intended market.

• Abbreviation: ccTLD