About .lgbt domains

About .lgbt domains

.LGBT is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) delegated in the DNS root zone. The registry operator responsible for .LGBT is listed by IANA as Identity Digital Limited. Anyone can typically register a .LGBT name through an accredited registrar, subject to the registry’s registration policy and ICANN consensus policies.

.lgbt is a sponsored top-level domain for the LGBTQ community, sponsored by Identity Digital. The domain name was delegated to the Root Zone on 18 July 2014. The creation of .lgbt is meant to promote diversity and LGBTQ businesses, and is open to LGBTQ businesses, organizations, and anyone wishing to reach the LGBTQ community.

Who can register .lgbt domains?

Eligibility is defined by the registry operator and its registrars. Most gTLDs are open to anyone worldwide. Many ccTLDs are also open globally; some require local presence, citizenship, or trademark rights. Always confirm current policy with the registry or your registrar.

Registration restrictions

Character rules below follow common ICANN LDH conventions. Individual registries and registrars may impose extra eligibility, length, or residency rules.

Length

1 – 63 characters (label before .lgbt)

Can use

Letters (a–z), numbers (0–9), and hyphens (not first/last or consecutive in restricted cases)

Cannot use

Special characters (e.g. & # @) in standard LDH labels

IDNs

Varies by registry — check IDN support with the registry or your registrar

Features

Operational features (privacy, parking, protection) are registrar-level, not defined by the IANA root zone record.

Registry information

Sponsor / manager

Identity Digital Limited

Registration services

https://www.identity.digital/

RDAP server

https://rdap.identitydigital.services/rdap/