Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and other information service activities
What this code covers
Use this division for computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and other information service activities when the main activity includes Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and related activities and Web search portal activities and other information service activities. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Official NACE Rev. 2.1 labels and explanatory notes are imported from the source dataset. Plain-language explanations are shown separately so readers can compare interpretation with the source text.
- This division includes the provision of computing infrastructure, data processing and hosting activities, as well as activities of web search portals and other activities that primarily supply information.
- software publishing, see division 58
- news agency activities and provision of online gaming / video game sites, not associated with publishing, see division 60
- telecommunication activities, see division 61
- computer programming, computer systems design and computer facilities management activities, see division 62
- Compare with 58, 60, 61 when the main activity overlaps another code.
- Review the Rev. 2 to Rev. 2.1 mapping type before migrating old records.
- Check national equivalent caveats before using this code for local registration or filing workflows.
- If the main revenue activity appears in an exclusion, compare the alternative code before deciding.
Use this guide as classification support, not legal, tax, filing, or regulatory advice.
- - This division includes the provision of computing infrastructure, data processing and hosting activities, as well as activities of web search portals and other activities that primarily supply information.
- - software publishing, see division 58
- - news agency activities and provision of online gaming / video game sites, not associated with publishing, see division 60
- - telecommunication activities, see division 61
- - computer programming, computer systems design and computer facilities management activities, see division 62
- - activities of gambling sites, see 92.00
- - repair and maintenance of computers and communication equipment, see 95.10
- - Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and related activities
- - Web search portal activities and other information service activities
- - Software publishing, see division 58
- - News agency activities and provision of online gaming / video game sites, not associated with publishing, see division 60
- - Telecommunication activities, see division 61
- - Computer programming, computer systems design and computer facilities management activities, see division 62
What is NACE 63 used for?
Use NACE 63 for computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and other information service activities when the main activity matches this scope: Use this division for computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and other information service activities when the main activity includes Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and related activities and Web search portal activities and other information service activities. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
What are typical examples for 63?
Typical examples include Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and related activities and Web search portal activities and other information service activities.
When might 63 not be the right code?
Review another code when the activity is closer to software publishing, see division 58 and news agency activities and provision of online gaming / video game sites, not associated with publishing, see division 60.
Which codes should I compare before choosing 63?
Compare 63 with 58 Publishing activities, 60 Programming, broadcasting, news agency and other content distribution activities, and 61 Telecommunication when the activity description is ambiguous.
Use this division for publishing activities when the main activity includes Publishing includes the acquisition of copyrights to content (information products) and making this content available to the general public by engaging in (or arranging for) the reproduction and distribution of this content in various forms. Publishers may license rights to others to distribute their content, or they may publish and distribute content they create or own. All the feasible forms of publishing (in print, digital, analogue, or any other form) and self-publishing activities are included in this division, except publishing of motion pictures and music. and This division covers the streaming of content (for example, software and books), by content publishers.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this division for programming, broadcasting, news agency and other content distribution activities when the main activity includes Radio broadcasting and audio distribution activities and Television programming, broadcasting and video distribution activities. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this division for telecommunication when the main activity includes Activities of providing telecommunication and related service activities, i.e. transmitting voice, data, text, sound and video. The transmission facilities that carry out these activities may be based on a single technology or a combination of technologies. The commonality of activities classified in this division is the transmission of content, without being involved in its creation or alteration. In the case of transmission of television signals this may include complete bundled and programmed channels (produced in division 60) into programme packages and Provision of services for machine-to-machine communication. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this division for computer programming, consultancy and related activities when the main activity includes Activities of providing expertise in the field of information technologies, designing the structure and content of, and/or writing, modifying, customising, testing and supporting software and applications and Planning and designing computer systems that integrate computer hardware, software and communication technologies. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for gambling and betting activities when the main activity includes Bookmaking and other betting operations and Off-track betting. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for repair and maintenance of computers and communication equipment when the main activity includes Desktop computers and Laptop computers. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this group for the broader activity area of computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and related activities, including Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and related activities. Open the child codes when a more specific code is needed.
Use this group for web search portal activities and other information service activities when the main activity includes Operation of web sites that use a search engine to generate and maintain extensive databases of internet addresses and content in an easily searchable format (web search portals) and Other information service activities not elsewhere classified. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this section for tELECOMMUNICATION, COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, CONSULTING, COMPUTING INFRASTRUCTURE AND OTHER INFORMATION SERVICE ACTIVITIES when the main activity includes Telecommunication and Computer programming, consultancy and related activities. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Rev. 2 code 52 can map to more than one Rev. 2.1 class: 35 Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply, 52 Warehousing, storage and support activities for transportation, 63 Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and other information service activities.
Official close match imported from NACE Rev. 2.1.
Datasets, CRM segments, KYC rules, reporting logic, and historical joins may need review because the activity scope is not a simple unchanged carry-over.
Review the official explanatory notes for each target code and confirm whether the business activity still fits the suggested Rev. 2.1 class.
Rev. 2 code 63 can map to more than one Rev. 2.1 class: 60 Programming, broadcasting, news agency and other content distribution activities, 63 Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and other information service activities.
Official close match imported from NACE Rev. 2.1.
Datasets, CRM segments, KYC rules, reporting logic, and historical joins may need review because the activity scope is not a simple unchanged carry-over.
Review the official explanatory notes for each target code and confirm whether the business activity still fits the suggested Rev. 2.1 class.