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A domain registry is an organization or operator that manages a specific domain zone (for example, .com, .org, or .ua) and maintains the central database of registered domain names in that zone.
In simple terms, a registry is the “core” of a domain zone. It sets the rules for the zone, maintains the technical infrastructure, works with registrars, and ensures domains function correctly across the entire zone. End users usually do not work directly with a registry — they typically interact with a registrar instead.
A registry manages a domain zone: it maintains the central domain database, technical infrastructure, registration rules, and cooperation with registrars. It is responsible for the zone at the system level.
A registry manages the entire domain zone and its infrastructure, while a registrar serves customers and helps them register, renew, and transfer domains. In short, the registry runs the zone, and the registrar provides customer-facing services.
Usually no. In most cases, a domain owner works through a registrar, which provides access to domain registration and management services. Registries typically work with registrars rather than directly with most customers.