About .ril domain
.ril is a brand gTLD (generic top-level domain) proposed by Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) as part of ICANN's New gTLD Program. The application was submitted in 2012, with Afilias listed as the proposed registry operator. The application explicitly states the TLD is intended for exclusive use by the Reliance Group as part of its corporate branding strategy, making it a closed, single-registrant namespace.
Who can register .ril domain
Registration for .ril domains is not open to the public. According to the applicant's statement, the TLD will be used exclusively for the RIL group of companies. The application specifies that domains under .ril will only be available to registrants within RIL, including during any Sunrise period. There is no provision for third-party or public registration.
How to register .ril domain
.ril is a brand TLD allocated for the exclusive use of the applicant, Reliance Industries Limited. Domains will not be sold through commercial registrars. The allocation process is internal to the company, where the registry operator (Afilias, as proposed) would manage the namespace solely for RIL's use. The company plans to move its corporate websites and those of its various business units under this TLD, with the registry fulfilling internal delegation requests.
Typical uses of .ril domain
This TLD is designed for exclusive use by Reliance Industries Limited and its group of companies. It will house all corporate websites, including those for different business sectors such as petrochemicals, retail, telecom, and financial services. The primary use case is internal corporate branding and creating a unified, secure online identity for the conglomerate, making it easier for stakeholders to reach official company resources.
Tips for registering .ril domain
- This is a closed, single-registrant TLD. Domains will not be available for purchase by the general public or external entities.
- The registry's operation and any internal domain allocation policies would be determined solely by Reliance Industries Limited.
- As a brand TLD, its primary purpose is brand protection and consolidation of the company's online presence under a single, trusted namespace.