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    Register .dot Domain

    Compare 3 registrarsFrom $19.99/yrPrices updated 9 hours ago

    Compare .dot domain prices

    RegistrarPriceRenew PriceWHOIS PrivacyPayment Methods
    NetimNetim
    $56.13
    $56.13
    		Free
    Credit or Debit CardPayPalBank TransferUnionPayCryptocurrency
    101domain101domain
    $19.99Cheapest
    $69.99
    		Paid
    Credit or Debit CardPayPalBank Transfer
    OrbitFourOrbitFour
    $40.00
    $40.00Cheapest renewal
    		Free
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    Type
    Generic top-level domain
    Registry
    DISH
    Operator
    Dish DBS Corporation
    Launched
    Registration term
    1–10 years
    DNSSEC
    Supported
    IDN
    Not supported

    About .dot domain

    .dot is a proposed generic top-level domain (gTLD) that was part of ICANN's New gTLD Program. The application was contested, and the registry rights were won by Dish DBS Corporation in an ICANN auction in November 2014. The TLD remains in a proposed state and has not been delegated into the root zone. As a product, it represents a string acquired for potential future development and use.

    Who can register .dot domain

    This TLD is not currently available for registration as it has not been launched. Should it be delegated in the future, eligibility would be determined by the registry operator, Dish DBS Corporation. The applicant's history suggests it could be operated as a standard gTLD open to the public or potentially as a closed, branded registry.

    How to register .dot domain

    As a proposed and undelegated TLD, there is no standard commercial registration process. Allocation would first require the registry operator to complete its contract with ICANN and pass all necessary technical and operational evaluations. Following delegation, the registry would establish its launch plan, which would include sunrise periods for trademark holders and general availability. Registration would only become possible through accredited registrars after these foundational steps are complete.

    Typical uses of .dot domain

    If launched, the .dot extension could be utilized for a variety of technology-focused applications, given its association with file extensions and digital terminology. It might be adopted by software developers, tech companies, and online platforms seeking a concise, modern domain. Its use would likely be shaped by the registry's marketing and positioning within the technology sector.

    Tips for registering .dot domain

    • Since the TLD is not delegated, there are no active registration terms, pricing, or policies to advise on.
    • Interested parties should monitor ICANN and registry operator announcements for any future delegation and launch details.
    • Any future launch would include specific periods for trademark holders and likely involve premium domain names.

    Frequently asked questions about .dot domain

    How much does it cost to register and renew a .dot domain?As of today, .dot domains start from $19.99/yr on NameBeta, with prices ranging up to $56.13/yr across 3 registrars. See the registrar comparison table on this page for live prices.
    Which registrars support .dot domains?NameBeta tracks 3 registrars that support .dot domain registration, with the cheapest option at $19.99/yr. Full list on this page.
    Who operates .dot domain?The registry for .dot domains is DISH, administered by Dish DBS Corporation.
    Who can register a .dot domain?

    As the TLD is not yet active, no one can currently register a .dot domain. Future eligibility will be entirely defined by the registry operator, Dish DBS Corporation, should they proceed with delegation. Potential registrants would need to await the publication of official registration policies.

    Can I transfer a .dot domain between registrars?

    Inter-registrar transfers are not applicable for a TLD that is not in the root zone. If .dot is launched in the future, standard transfer policies governed by ICANN and the registry would apply. These would include standard transfer procedures, potential registry locks, and adherence to the Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy.

    Will .dot domains ever be available to register?

    The availability depends on Dish DBS Corporation fulfilling its contractual obligations with ICANN to complete the delegation process. The registry operator has not publicly announced a timeline for launch. Until such an announcement is made and technical delegation occurs, the TLD remains in a proposed state.

    What was the result of the ICANN auction for .dot?

    Dish DBS Corporation prevailed over Google (Charleston Road Registry Inc.) in the ICANN auction held in November 2014. Dish DBS Corporation paid a winning price of $700,000 to ICANN to secure the rights to apply for the .dot gTLD string.