About .locker domain
.locker is a brand gTLD (generic Top-Level Domain) proposed by DISH DBS Corporation under ICANN's New gTLD Program. The application, with priority number 1487, designates it as a restricted, exclusively-controlled gTLD intended for the applicant's own use. The proposed registry operator is Afilias. The TLD has not been delegated and remains in a proposed status.
Who can register .locker domain
Registration for .locker domains is not open to the public. This TLD is intended to be a restricted, exclusively-controlled namespace for use by DISH DBS Corporation and its affiliated entities, such as Blockbuster L.L.C. Eligibility is strictly limited to the applicant and its verified subsidiaries or partners as defined by the registry's internal policies. There is no commercial registration process for third parties.
How to register .locker domain
As a proposed and exclusively-controlled brand TLD, .locker domains are not allocated through commercial registrars. Domains would be allocated internally by DISH DBS Corporation to its own services, products, or affiliated entities. The process is governed by the applicant's internal corporate policy, not by public registration. If delegated, the registry would manage all delegations directly, with no public registration interface.
Typical uses of .locker domain
The .locker extension is proposed for use by DISH DBS Corporation and its affiliates, primarily for services related to digital content storage and delivery. It would likely be used for the DISH Network television service and Blockbuster's movie rental and streaming platforms, potentially branding services like video-on-demand "lockers." The TLD aims to create a secure, branded namespace for the company's customer-facing digital assets, distinguishing them from generic domains.
Tips for registering .locker domain
- This TLD is proposed as an exclusively-controlled brand space, meaning there is no public registration or pricing structure.
- As a restricted gTLD, all domains would be registered and managed directly by the registry operator (Afilias) on behalf of DISH DBS Corporation.
- Any use of .locker domains would be subject to the internal governance and branding policies of the applicant, with no transfer or sale to external parties.
Frequently asked questions about .locker domain
How much does it cost to register and renew a .locker domain?
As of today, .locker domains start from $4.99/yr on NameBeta, with prices ranging up to $148.50/yr across 12 registrars. See the registrar comparison table on this page for live prices.Which registrars support .locker domains?
NameBeta tracks 12 registrars that support .locker domain registration, with the cheapest option at $4.99/yr. Full list on this page.Who operates .locker domain?
The registry for .locker domains is Orange Domains, administered by Orange Domains LLC.
Who can register a .locker domain?
Registration is not available to the public. The TLD is designed as a private namespace for DISH DBS Corporation and its verified affiliates, such as Blockbuster L.L.C. Eligibility is determined solely by the applicant's corporate structure and internal approval processes, with no mechanism for external applications.
Can I transfer a .locker domain between registrars?
Domain transfers between registrars are not applicable, as there is no public registration. Any internal reassignment of a .locker domain within the DISH corporate structure would be handled as an administrative action by the registry operator, not as a traditional inter-registrar transfer.
What is the purpose of a brand TLD like .locker?
Brand TLDs are created to provide companies with a dedicated, secure namespace on the internet that is fully aligned with their trademark. For .locker, the goal is to control all domain registrations under the extension, using them exclusively for the applicant's services, marketing, and customer platforms. This enhances brand integrity and security by eliminating external registrations.
Could this TLD ever become available for public registration?
It is highly unlikely. The application explicitly states the TLD is intended to be "restricted" and "exclusively-controlled." Changing this fundamental purpose would require a major contract amendment with ICANN and a new registry agreement, which is not typical for brand TLDs once they are delegated under these restrictive terms.
How are disputes handled for a brand TLD?
For an exclusively-controlled brand TLD, standard dispute policies like UDRP do not apply in the same way, as the registry controls all registrations. Any internal disputes would be governed by corporate policy. The registry's agreement with ICANN would still require adherence to certain baseline rights protection mechanisms, but their application would be internal.
