What is a TLD?
A TLD (top-level domain) is the part after the final dot — .com, .org, .ai, or a country code like .uk. It sits at the top of the DNS hierarchy for that namespace.
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A domain extension, or TLD (top-level domain), is the label after the final dot — such as .com, .org, .ai, or a country code like .uk. DomainDiscovery’s extensions browser helps you explore 1,600+ options before you run domain name search and register at a registrar.
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A TLD (top-level domain) is the part after the final dot — .com, .org, .ai, or a country code like .uk. It sits at the top of the DNS hierarchy for that namespace.
Prefer .com for global consumer brands when available. Consider .ai, .io, .app, or .dev for category fit. Use a ccTLD when you truly operate in that country and customers expect it.
No. Helpful content and technical quality matter far more than the extension string. A weak site on a clever TLD still underperforms a strong brand site.
Shortlist TLDs here, run domain name search for your string, compare prices, then complete checkout at a registrar.
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Match brand, audience, and budget — not only what’s free.The best TLD matches your brand, audience, and budget — not only what is free on day one. Use these principles while you search above.
Pick your field and surface TLDs that best signal what you do at a glance.
Legacy TLDs like .com carry the most trust — weigh recognition vs newer options.Legacy TLDs like .com and .org carry decades of familiarity. Weigh brand recognition against newer options.
Shorter TLDs are easier to type, say, and share.Shorter extensions are easier to type, speak, and share. Two- and three-letter TLDs are often the sweet spot.
Country-code TLDs boost local trust and regional SEO.Country-code TLDs boost local trust and regional SEO. Some require residency or a local presence.
gTLDs rank evenly — CTR still follows familiarity.Search engines rank gTLDs evenly — click-through still varies with user familiarity and perceived authority.
| TLD | Type | Avg. CTR* |
|---|---|---|
| .com | gTLD | 4.8% |
| .org | gTLD | 3.9% |
| .net | gTLD | 3.4% |
| .io | ccTLD* | 3.2% |
| .ai | ccTLD* | 3.1% |
| .co | ccTLD* | 3.0% |
*Illustrative familiarity metrics — not a ranking guarantee. *ccTLDs often used globally.
Don’t chase first-year promos — renewals compound. Project full ownership cost.First-year promos can be misleading — renewal pricing compounds year after year. Project the full cost of ownership before you commit.
| ExtExtension | Year 1First year | RenewRenewal | ~5y*~5y total* |
|---|---|---|---|
| .com | $9–12 | $14–18 | ~$65–85 |
| .org | $10–13 | $14–17 | ~$66–81 |
| .io | $32–45 | $45–60 | ~$212–285 |
| .ai | $50–80 | $50–90 | ~$250–440 |
| .xyz | $1–2 | $12–14 | ~$49–58 |
| .app | $12–16 | $18–22 | ~$84–104 |
*Approx. registrar ranges (2026). Verify live pricing at checkout.
Check any ending live — pick one and search.Each ending can be checked live with availability and pricing context. Pick any extension and start searching.
Generics, country codes, and industry endings — shortlist faster.Understanding TLD families helps you shortlist faster — classic generics, country codes, and industry endings.
Most common endings — .com, .net, .org, .info. Open worldwide; .com stays the business default.The most common endings — .com, .net, .org, and .info. Open to anyone worldwide and the most recognized domain name endings. .com remains the most popular choice for businesses.
Two-letter country endings — .uk, .de, .ca, .us. Some (.io, .ai) are used globally by tech brands.Two-letter endings for countries — .uk, .de, .ca, .us. Some ccTLDs such as .io and .ai are adopted globally by tech and AI companies far beyond their original regions.
What popular TLDs are known for — scale & examples.What each popular TLD is known for — plus illustrative registration scale and example brands.
The most popular and universally trusted domain extension worldwide.
Versatile extension for technology companies and network services.
Trusted extension for nonprofits, open-source, and community organizations.
Ideal for informational sites, knowledge bases, and reference properties.
Short, memorable alternative to .com — popular with startups.
Go-to extension for AI companies. Originally Anguilla’s country code.
Engineer-friendly ending associated with modern products and APIs.
HTTPS-first extension built for applications and product brands.
*Registration figures are approximate industry estimates for context, not live WHOIS counts.
Approx. year-1 & renewal ranges. Always check renewals.Approximate first-year and renewal ranges across major registrars. Promo pricing is common — always check renewals before you register.
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Type a name above — see every extension’s availability instantly.Enter any name above and instantly see which extensions are available. No need to check registrars one by one.
Filter Featured, Tech, Country, or industry groups that fit your brand.Narrow to Featured, Technology, Country, or industry groups so you only scan endings that fit your brand.
Check year-1 vs renewals, then open Price Compare before you buy.Review first-year vs renewal ranges, then open Price Compare to weigh registrars before you buy.
If .com is taken, try .io, .ai, or industry TLDs — or use the AI generator.If .com is taken, try .io, .co, .ai, or industry TLDs — or use the AI generator for creative variants.
Major registrars cover hundreds of TLDs — compare live deals on your shortlist.Major registrars support hundreds of TLDs. Coverage changes as providers add or drop extensions — use Price Compare for live deals on your shortlist.
Shares reflect approximate catalog breadth — not DomainDiscovery rankings.
TLDs, pricing, SEO, and availability — short answers.
A domain extension (TLD) is the suffix after the final dot — .com, .net, .org. Also called a domain ending or URL extension. ICANN has delegated 1,500+; DomainDiscovery surfaces the ones that matter for brands — free and private.
Leaders: .com, .net, .org, .info, .co. .com still holds a huge share worldwide. .io, .ai, .app, and .dev grew fast with tech and startups. Use the checker above to test them all at once.
Over 1,500 TLDs are delegated by ICANN. The catalog expanded after 2012 new gTLDs. DomainDiscovery organizes 1,000+ of the most relevant so you can search without noise.
First-year promos on .xyz, .online, .site, .store, and .shop can start under a few dollars — renewals often hit $30+. Classic .com (~$9–12/yr) often wins long-term. Always check renewal; use Price Compare.
Search engines treat gTLDs equally for ranking. Users still click .com more from trust. Country codes (.uk, .de, .ca) help local visibility. Pick a memorable name, then build content and links.
Type a brand name in the search box above. Live Available vs Taken streams across the catalog. Use full search, Bulk Domain Search, or alternatives — free, no account.
Same thing: the last label after the final dot. “Domain extension” is everyday language; “TLD” is the ICANN/registrar term. Also “domain endings” or “URL extensions.”
Most gTLDs are open. Some ccTLDs (.us, .eu, .ca) may need residency. Restricted TLDs (.bank, .pharmacy) need verification — your registrar shows rules at checkout.
Try .io, .co, .ai, or an industry TLD. Check the same keyword across extensions here, use the AI Domain Generator for variants, or Price Compare your shortlist.
New gTLDs are endings ICANN approved since 2012 — .app, .dev, .shop, .tech, .online, and brand TLDs. Browse Industry categories or popular TLD chips to explore them live.
Search 1,000+ extensions free — live availability, private by default.Search 1,000+ extensions with live availability — free, private, and built for speed. Compare prices and register when you are ready.