About .prime domain
.PRIME is a brand gTLD (generic top-level domain) operated by Amazon through its designated registry services provider, Neustar. It was delegated by ICANN in 2016 as part of the New gTLD Program, with Amazon being the sole applicant. The TLD is a closed, proprietary registry where all domains remain the property of Amazon. Its purpose is to serve Amazon's internal business goals and branding initiatives.
Who can register .prime domain
Registration of a .PRIME domain name is not open to the public. Only Amazon, as the registry operator, can allocate and use domains within this extension. The applicant's materials state that .PRIME domains may not be delegated or assigned to third-party organizations, institutions, or individuals. Eligibility is strictly controlled by Amazon's Intellectual Property group according to a proprietary Domain Management Policy.
How to register .prime domain
This TLD is not issued through commercial registrars. Amazon's Intellectual Property group manages the entire allocation process internally. The process involves an Eligibility Confirmation, Naming Convention Check, Acceptable Use Review, and final Registration, all governed by Amazon's Domain Management Policy. All registered domains remain the property of Amazon, and the company reserves the right to revoke a license to use a domain at any time for policy violations.
Typical uses of .prime domain
The .PRIME extension is used exclusively by Amazon for its internal services and branding, most notably associated with its Amazon Prime membership program. Domains under this TLD are intended to support and enhance Amazon's customer-centric ecosystem, such as for promotional sites, secure member portals, or specific service infrastructure related to the Prime offering. It provides a dedicated, branded namespace that reinforces trust and cohesion within Amazon's digital properties.
Tips for registering .prime domain
- All .PRIME domain names remain the property of Amazon and are licensed for use, not sold to third parties.
- The registry enforces strict naming conventions, requiring domains to be 3-63 characters, excluding hyphens in the 3rd and 4th positions, and starting/ending with an alphanumeric character.
- Amazon's Intellectual Property group reserves the right to revoke a domain license at any time if use violates the Domain Management Policy.
- Registration records must be kept accurate and up-to-date as part of the domain management requirements.