.pt

The DNS.PT Association, commonly known as .PT, is the entity responsible for managing Portugal's country code top-level domain (ccTLD), ".pt." Established formally on May 9, 2013, as the successor to the FCCN's rights and obligations concerning .pt, the organization operates under a non-profit model. Its primary mission is to ensure stable, reliable, and secure technical management of the .pt domain, fostering a policy of technological innovation tailored to the needs of the Portuguese community.

.PT is committed to promoting the digital presence of Portugal on the internet and acts as a point of connection between Portugal and the global digital community. The association emphasizes quality, reliability, and security in the registration of .pt domain names. It also engages in various initiatives to strengthen Portugal's digital ecosystem, addressing the needs of consumers, partners, and collaborators.

Key activities of .PT include managing domain registrations, overseeing the DNS system, and maintaining robust security measures such as DNSSEC and registry lock services. The organization also prioritizes privacy and data protection, complying with relevant legislation to safeguard user data.

In its governance, .PT collaborates with various stakeholders including the Foundation for Science and Technology, the Digital Economy Association (ACEPI), and the Portuguese Association for Consumer Protection (DECO), reflecting its comprehensive approach to internet governance and digital transformation in Portugal.

You can find more information about .PT here.