About .crown domain
.crown is a brand gTLD (generic top-level domain) operated by Crown Equipment Corporation as its registry. It was delegated to the root zone on June 19, 2015, as part of ICANN's New gTLD Program. This extension is a closed, single-registrant TLD, meaning it is not available for public registration through standard commercial channels. Its primary function is to serve the specific needs and brand identity of the registry operator.
Who can register .crown domain
Registration of .crown domains is strictly restricted to Crown Equipment Corporation, the registry operator. This is a single-registrant, brand TLD, so no external entities, individuals, or organizations are eligible to register names. The registry maintains exclusive control over all domain names under this extension for its own use.
How to register .crown domain
As a closed, single-registrant brand TLD, .crown domains are not allocated through a commercial registrar checkout process. Crown Equipment Corporation, as the sole registry and registrant, manages all aspects of domain delegation internally. The process involves the registry's own administrative systems to create and configure domains for its exclusive use, with no public application or purchase interface.
Typical uses of .crown domain
The .crown TLD is used exclusively by Crown Equipment Corporation for its online brand presence. This typically includes official corporate websites, internal networks, and marketing initiatives that directly relate to the company's products and services. By using a dedicated brand TLD, the company aims to create a secure, cohesive, and authoritative digital identity under its own controlled namespace.
Tips for registering .crown domain
- As a single-registrant TLD, all domains are registered and held by the registry operator; there is no public market for registration or renewal.
- WHOIS privacy and transfer policies are determined and managed entirely internally by the registry.
- There are no premium domain sales or secondary market transfers, as the entire namespace is controlled by one entity.