20 years of .eu: celebrating Europe’s digital identity

This special spring edition of .eu Illustrated marks an important milestone: 20 years of .eu. It is both a celebration and a reflection on the journey of Europe’s digital identity, from its public launch in 2006 to the trusted and widely used domain it is today.

This anniversary edition looks back at the key milestones that have shaped .eu, features reflections from our General Manager, and highlights stories from organisations that have proudly used the domain over the past 20 years.

As .eu celebrates its 20th anniversary, it is also a moment to recognise the people and partnerships behind its success. This success has been built together with our registrars, partners, and the wider community who have supported and believed in .eu from the very beginning.

On behalf of EURid, we sincerely thank all .eu domain holders, registrars, and the broader community. Your trust, dedication, and partnership have shaped .eu into what it is today. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to the EURid team across four countries for your commitment and continued efforts in making .eu visible, trusted, and successful across Europe.

Together, we look ahead with confidence and ambition, ready to shape the next chapter of .eu as Europe’s digital identity.

Enjoy the journey so far!