About .慈善 domain
.慈善 is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) operated by Zodiac Holdings Limited. It was delegated in ICANN's New gTLD Program and entered the root zone on 31 March 2015. The application process included a Public Interest Commitment to address regulatory concerns raised during the evaluation. As a product, it is an internationalized domain name (IDN) extension intended for broad registration.
Who can register .慈善 domain
Registration for .慈善 domains is open to the public with no geographic or organizational restrictions. Anyone can register a domain, and no specific verification of charitable status or activity is required by the registry's baseline policy. However, registrants must comply with the registry's terms of service and applicable laws. The TLD was launched under standard gTLD registration policies.
How to register .慈善 domain
- Search for your desired .慈善 domain name using a registrar's availability checker to see if it is unregistered.
- Compare prices, registration terms, and add-on services like WHOIS privacy from various ICANN-accredited registrars that offer this extension.
- Complete the checkout process, providing accurate contact information and selecting your desired registration period, which is typically one to ten years.
- After purchase, verify your contact email to activate the domain and configure its DNS settings through your registrar's control panel to point it to your website or service.
Typical uses of .慈善 domain
The .慈善 extension is commonly used by charitable organizations, non-profits, philanthropic projects, and community initiatives, particularly those with a connection to Chinese-speaking audiences. Entities choose this TLD to immediately communicate their charitable purpose and mission directly within their web address. It serves as a clear, topic-specific namespace for fundraising platforms, awareness campaigns, and volunteer networks, offering an alternative to more generic extensions.
Tips for registering .慈善 domain
- Domains can typically be registered for a minimum of one year, with renewal terms following the standard practices of most gTLDs.
- WHOIS privacy protection services are generally available for this TLD through participating registrars, subject to their individual offerings.
- The registry operates under ICANN's standard transfer policy, allowing inter-registrar transfers after an initial 60-day lock period following registration or a previous transfer.
- Registrants should ensure their use of the domain complies with all applicable laws and regulations concerning charitable activities and solicitations.