About .walmart domain
The .walmart domain is a brand gTLD (generic Top-Level Domain) operated by Verisign on behalf of the applicant, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. It was proposed under ICANN's New gTLD Program with application priority number 1386. The extension was planned specifically as a .BRAND TLD, intended to create a secure and intuitive namespace exclusively for the company's use. Its core purpose as a domain product is to consolidate the applicant's online identity and intellectual property activities under a single, trusted hierarchy.
Who can register .walmart domain
Registration and use of domain names within the .walmart gTLD is strictly restricted. Initially, it is limited to Walmart (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.) itself and its qualified subsidiaries and affiliates. The TLD is not open for public registration. There is no process for independent entities or individuals to register a .walmart domain, as it is a closed brand extension.
How to register .walmart domain
.walmart is a closed brand TLD allocated only to the registry operator. Domain names are not issued through commercial registrars via a public checkout process. Instead, the registry operator, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., internally manages the allocation of all second-level domains within the namespace for its own use and for its qualified subsidiaries and affiliates. The delegation process is governed by the registry's internal policies and the specifications of its ICANN registry agreement.
Typical uses of .walmart domain
This TLD is exclusively used by Walmart and its affiliated entities to protect and consolidate its online presence. It serves as a secure channel for the company's products, services, and corporate information, helping to distinguish official communications. The extension supports Walmart's global eCommerce strategy by providing a trusted, hierarchical namespace for its digital properties. It is chosen over alternatives to reinforce brand identity, enhance security, and create a unified platform for its intellectual property and online activities.
Tips for registering .walmart domain
- Domain registrations are not available to the public; the namespace is operated as a closed registry for the brand owner's exclusive use.
- The registry is intended to be exempt from certain ICANN Code of Conduct compliance requirements due to its limited distribution model.
- The TLD's operation is governed by Specification 9 of the ICANN Registry Agreement, which outlines the restrictions for brand TLDs.