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.NEXTDIRECT Domain
A brand top-level domain (TLD) owned and operated by Next plc, a British multinational clothing, footwear and home products retailer.
About Brand TLDs
Brand TLDs (also called Brand gTLDs or Dot Brands) are top-level domain extensions that are owned and operated exclusively by specific companies or organizations for their own use.
Key characteristics:
- Registration is restricted to the brand owner and authorized entities
- Not available for public purchase or registration
- Used for brand protection, marketing, and internal operations
- Provides complete control over the namespace
- Examples include .google, .apple, .amazon, .bmw
Registry & Technical Information
Registry Information
Technical Details
Launch Dates & Availability
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Registration is restricted to Next plc and its affiliates.
Additional Information
A brand TLD is a top-level domain that represents a specific company or brand. It is typically used for the company's official online presence and related services.
Next plc applied for this TLD as part of ICANN's new gTLD program to enhance its online brand presence.
Frequently Asked Questions
A brand top-level domain (TLD) owned and operated by Next plc, a British multinational clothing, footwear and home products retailer. The .NEXTDIRECT TLD is managed by Next plc and was introduced in 2016.
Registration for .NEXTDIRECT domains has the following restrictions: Registration is restricted to Next plc and its affiliates.
Pricing for .NEXTDIRECT domains varies by registrar. Contact your preferred domain registrar for current pricing information and any promotional offers.
WHOIS information for .NEXTDIRECT domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.nextdirect. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.nominet.uk/nextdirect/ for more structured data access.
Many accredited domain registrars support .NEXTDIRECT domain registration. Contact your preferred registrar to confirm availability and pricing.
The .NEXTDIRECT domain is a well-established Brand TLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.