About .select domain
.select is a brand gTLD (generic top-level domain) delegated to iSelect Ltd, an Australian online comparison company. It was delegated to the root zone as part of ICANN's New gTLD Program on January 15, 2016, with technical backend services provided by ARI Registry Services. The extension was created to serve as a closed, brand-specific namespace for the registry operator's exclusive use.
Who can register .select domain
Registration of .select domains is not open to the general public. The TLD operates as a restricted registry, where only the registry operator, iSelect Ltd, its affiliates, and approved partners can register domain names. There is no public registration process; all domains are allocated internally by the brand for its own use in promoting its services and identity.
How to register .select domain
As a closed brand TLD, .select domains are not sold through commercial registrars. The registry operator, iSelect Ltd, internally manages all domain allocations within the namespace. Domain names are created and assigned for use by the company, its affiliates, and partners to support specific products, services, or marketing initiatives. There is no public application or purchase process for this extension.
Typical uses of .select domain
The .select gTLD is used exclusively by iSelect Ltd and its trusted partners to provide authoritative online resources for its comparison and advisory services. It strengthens the company's brand identity by creating a trusted, authentic namespace for consumers seeking information on household products like insurance, home loans, and utilities. This controlled environment helps streamline the customer experience for the company's comparison services, differentiating it from open TLDs where brand authenticity cannot be guaranteed.
Tips for registering .select domain
- This is a closed brand TLD; there is no public registration, so standard registration terms, pricing, and add-ons do not apply.
- All domains are owned and managed internally by the registry operator, iSelect Ltd.
- The namespace is used to support specific product categories and marketing purposes under the iSelect brand.
Frequently asked questions about .select domain
How much does it cost to register and renew a .select domain?
As of today, .select domains start from $25.20/yr on NameBeta, with prices ranging up to $77.57/yr across 14 registrars. See the registrar comparison table on this page for live prices.Which registrars support .select domains?
NameBeta tracks 14 registrars that support .select domain registration, with the cheapest option at $25.20/yr. Full list on this page.Who operates .select domain?
The registry for .select domains is GoDaddy Registry, administered by Registry Services, LLC.
Who can register a .select domain?
Only iSelect Ltd, its corporate affiliates, and officially authorized partners are eligible to hold .select domain names. The registry does not accept registrations from the general public or unrelated third parties. Eligibility is determined and managed entirely by the internal policies of the brand owner.
Can I transfer a .select domain between registrars?
Inter-registrar transfers are not applicable for the .select extension, as domains are not registered through commercial registrars. All domains are managed within the registry's own closed system. Ownership and management of domains are handled internally by iSelect Ltd according to its corporate needs.
Can I register a .select domain if I have a trademark for "select"?
No, trademark ownership does not grant registration rights for this TLD. The .select namespace is a closed brand TLD reserved for the exclusive use of the registry operator, iSelect Ltd. Even trademark holders cannot register domains in this extension through the standard processes available for open TLDs.
What dispute policies apply to .select domains?
As a brand TLD with no public registrations, standard policies like the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP) are not typically relevant. Any internal disputes regarding domain allocation would be governed by the registry operator's own corporate policies and agreements with its affiliates and partners.
Are there any premium .select domains available for purchase?
No, there are no premium domains available for public purchase or auction. The entire .select namespace is controlled by the registry operator for its internal branding and operational purposes. The concept of premium domains, as understood in open TLDs, does not apply to this closed extension.
