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EnglishThe management of the global domain Internet space, as well as the system of central servers that ensure the functioning of the DNS (Domain Name System) system, is realized through an independent organization ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers). CARNET (Croatian Academic and Research Network) has been managing the national domain of the Republic of Croatia (.hr) since 1993. All .hr domains are registered in accordance with the Ordinance on the organisation and management of the national top-level domain.
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User verification
In accordance with the Zakon o kibernetičkoj sigurnosti NN 14/2024-254 (Cybersecurity Act), published on February 7, 2024, the Registry and registrars of .hr domains are required to verify the exact identity of domain holders during the registration process based on secure and reliable systems and data sources, i.e. to verify the users.
From February 15, 2025, verification will be mandatory in order to register a .hr domain. For successful verification, during the registration process or after submitting a domain registration request, the user is required to provide the selected registrar with a copy of one of the appropriate documents listed below:
NATURAL PERSONS
- Identity card
- Passport
- Certificate of residence issued by the competent authority (digitally signed or stamped)
- Driver’s license
- Statement by the individual digitally signed with a verified digital signature (including purpose and details: name, surname, personal identification number)
LEGAL ENTITIES
- Identity card of the person authorized to represent the legal entity
- Passport of the person authorized to represent the legal entity
- Certificate of residence issued by the competent authority (digitally signed or stamped) of the person authorized to represent the legal entity
- Driver’s license of the person authorized to represent the legal entity
- Statement by the person authorized to represent the legal entity digitally signed with a verified digital signature (including purpose and details: name, surname, OIB/VAT number)
- Document or statement with the signature and stamp of the legal entity (including purpose, and details of the legal entity: name, OIB/VAT number)
If it is not possible to determine the person authorized to represent the legal entity in any of the available online registries, an additional official document specifying that person must be provided.
TLD ISAC
The Croatian Academic and Research Network – CARNET has proudly become a member of the European TLD ISAC (European Top-Level Domain Incident Sharing and Analysis Center). With this membership, CARNET will have the opportunity to collaborate with other leading organizations in Europe to improve the security and stability of the internet infrastructure.
European TLD ISAC is an organization that brings together national top-level domain (TLD) registries to exchange information on security threats, analyze incidents, and work together on solutions to protect critical internet infrastructure. More information about the organization can be found on the official website.
As a key player in the Croatian academic and research community, CARNET has been working for many years to improve internet security and education. This membership will further strengthen its capabilities and enable active participation in international cybersecurity initiatives.
CENTR Jamboree 2024
From May 29 to 31, 2024, representatives of the .hr domain Registry participated in the CENTR Jamboree 2024, which was held in Copenhagen and organized by our colleagues from Punktum dk.
This important event brought together members of the CENTR community for three days of intensive workshops, sessions, and networking. The first two days, May 29 and 30, were held in a hybrid format, while all sessions on May 31 were conducted in person.
Some of the main topics included sustainable development of registries, discussing strategies for integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reducing carbon footprints, and sharing best practices. Other topics included Article 28 of the NIS2 Directive, where three different registries shared their insights on the implications of this article and its impact on their organizations. An analysis of domain registration data as an economic indicator, based on research conducted by .au Domain Administration (auDA), demonstrated how domain registration data can be indicators of economic activity and digital transformation. The NIS2 Directive was also a significant topic, focusing on new requirements for 'verification procedures' and how EU member states have transposed the directive into national laws. The final topic was reducing cyber threats through collaborative efforts in combating malicious domains, utilizing AI technologies for predictive intelligence.
Our participation in this event provided us with valuable insights and knowledge exchange with colleagues from across Europe. We look forward to applying the knowledge gained and further strengthening cooperation within the CENTR community.
