Top-Level Domain (TLD)

A Top-Level Domain (TLD) is the last part of a domain name, such as .com, .org, or .net. Learn more about the purpose of TLDs.

What is a Top-Level Domain (TLD)?

A Top-Level Domain (TLD) is the last part of a domain name, such as .com, .org, .net, .edu, .gov, etc.

What is the purpose of a Top-Level Domain?

The purpose of a TLD is to categorize and identify the type of website or organization associated with the domain.

How many Top-Level Domains are there?

As of September 2023, there are over 1,500 TLDs, including both generic TLDs and country-code TLDs.

What is a generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD)?

A generic TLD (gTLD) is a TLD that is not associated with a specific country or region, such as .com, .org, .net, .edu, etc.

What is a country-code Top-Level Domain (ccTLD)?

A country-code TLD (ccTLD) is a TLD that is associated with a specific country or region, such as .us, .ca, .uk, .cn, etc.

Who manages Top-Level Domains?

Top-Level Domains are managed by the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA), which is a department of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).

How can I register a Top-Level Domain?

Top-Level Domains can be registered through accredited domain name registrars, which are authorized by ICANN to sell and manage domain names.

Can I create my own Top-Level Domain?

Yes, it is possible to create your own Top-Level Domain, but the process is complex and expensive. You would need to apply to ICANN and meet a number of technical, financial, and operational requirements.