About .gd domain
.gd is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) delegated to Grenada, first introduced on 3 June 1992. The registry is operated by nicGD, run by KSRegistry GmbH on behalf of the National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC), which serves as the sponsoring organization. The TLD went through a notable period of instability in early 2013 when a legal dispute over registry control caused a temporary registration freeze at major registrars; the NTRC resolved this by transferring zone management to KSRegistry as of May 2013. Since then, the zone has operated under updated policies with nicGD handling day-to-day registry functions. Registrations are available directly at the second level, meaning you can register a name directly as yourdomain.gd.
Who can register .gd domain
.gd is an open TLD with no geographic residency requirement, meaning anyone worldwide can register a .gd domain. However, registrants must agree to a set of conduct-based conditions: the domain name and its intended use must not infringe third-party rights, violate morality, or conflict with legal requirements. Domain names that incorporate the name of a geographic region (such as a city, province, or country) require written consent from the relevant authority, which must be submitted to nicGD within 7 days of request. Similarly, domain names referencing any officially recognized body or authority require written consent from that body. Re-selling subdomains under a registered .gd name is explicitly prohibited.
How to register .gd domain
Search for your desired .gd domain name using a registrar that supports this extension. Check that your chosen name does not incorporate geographic or official body names that would require additional consent documentation before proceeding.
Compare registrars that offer .gd registrations, reviewing their pricing, renewal rates, and available add-ons such as WHOIS privacy protection. Confirm that the registrar is accredited to sell .gd domains through nicGD.
Complete the checkout process by selecting your registration term and providing accurate registrant contact details. Be aware that .gd policy requires registrants to be accountable for all use of their domain, so ensure your contact information is truthful and current.
After registration, verify your contact details are correct and configure your DNS settings to point to your hosting provider or nameservers. Keep in mind that domain names may be between 1 and 63 characters, using letters A–Z, digits, and hyphens (but not starting or ending with a hyphen).
Typical uses of .gd domain
.gd domains are most commonly used by businesses, developers, and individuals who want a short, memorable two-letter domain. Because .gd is an open TLD, it attracts registrants globally who appreciate its brevity for branding purposes, link shorteners, and creative domain hacks. Organizations and individuals connected to Grenada also use .gd as a natural country-specific identifier for local websites and services. The extension's short character length makes it particularly appealing for startups and tech projects seeking a concise web address.
Tips for registering .gd domain
- Domain names under .gd must be between 1 and 63 characters; names that include geographic region names or officially recognized body names require written consent from the relevant authority, which must be provided within 7 days of request.
- Re-selling subdomains under a registered .gd domain is explicitly prohibited by registry policy, so ensure your intended use complies before registering.
- WHOIS privacy availability may vary by registrar; check with your chosen provider before purchase, as not all registrars offer this add-on for ccTLDs.
- The .gd zone uses UDRP (Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy) for handling trademark-based disputes, so trademark holders have a recognized path to challenge infringing registrations.
- Registrants are held personally liable and accountable for all use of their .gd domain name, including any use by third parties acting through their domain, so review the nicGD General Terms & Conditions before registering.