.HOST Domain
The .HOST domain extension is designed for businesses and individuals in the hosting industry, including web hosting providers, cloud services, and related technologies.
Registry & Technical Information
Registry Information
Technical Details
Launch Dates & Availability
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Registration Requirements:
No specific restrictions, open to all registrants.
Additional Information
A generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) that is open for registration by any individual or organization, particularly suited for those in the hosting industry.
The .HOST domain was introduced as part of ICANN's new gTLD program to expand the domain name space and provide more options for specific industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
The .HOST domain extension is designed for businesses and individuals in the hosting industry, including web hosting providers, cloud services, and related technologies. The .HOST TLD is managed by Radix FZC and was introduced in 2014.
Registration for .HOST domains has the following restrictions: No specific restrictions, open to all registrants.
The average pricing for a .HOST domain is $50. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.
WHOIS information for .HOST domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.host. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.centralnic.com/host/ for more structured data access.
Popular registrars that support .HOST domains include: GoDaddy, Namecheap, Name.com, and more. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.
The .HOST domain is a well-established gTLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.