SWITCH statistics for the .ch domain name
0 active .ch domain names
+1,7% over 12 months
Data as of May 2026
Key figures for the .ch market
Active stock
2 614 611
Net monthly change
+9 949
5-year growth
8.1%
Evolution of the .ch stock
Last 60 months — official registry source
The .ch market in official SWITCH figures
.ch is the national domain extension for Switzerland, managed by SWITCH (Swiss Education & Research Network) since 1990 (designated by the Swiss Confederation). The stock holds over 2 614 611 active domains in May 2026.
SWITCH publishes a monthly CSV of the total .ch stock since November 1999 as open data. The snapshot is taken on the 15th of each month. .ch has one of the highest domain-per-capita ratios in Europe (around 1 domain per 3 inhabitants).
SWITCH also manages .li (Liechtenstein) through the same registry. .ch and .li are only accessible to holders with a legal presence in Switzerland / Liechtenstein, or via a local agent.
Frequently asked questions
How many .ch domain names exist today?
The .ch stock holds over 2 614 611 active domains in May 2026 according to SWITCH. Updated on the 15th of each month.
Who manages .ch?
SWITCH (Swiss Education & Research Network), based in Zurich, has been the official .ch and .li registry since 1990, designated by the Swiss Confederation.
Do you need to be Swiss to register a .ch?
No, but you must either reside in Switzerland or Liechtenstein, or have a local admin agent. Conditions are defined by OFCOM.
Is SWITCH data publicly available?
Yes, SWITCH publishes the full monthly .ch stock history since November 1999 as a downloadable CSV on nic.ch/statistics.