.alibaba Brand TLD
Alibaba
The .alibaba TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by Alibaba Group Holding Limited to strengthen its global online identity, protect its trademark, and provide a secure, trusted namespace for its ecosystem of e-commerce, cloud computing, and financial services.
Restricted to Alibaba Group and its wholly owned or affiliated entities
.alibaba Domain Overview
The .alibaba extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Alibaba Group Holding Limited. .alibaba was introduced in 2016. There are currently 20 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 5.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .alibaba is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .alibaba?
The .alibaba domain was delegated to Alibaba Group Holding Limited on January 13, 2016, as part of ICANN’s new gTLD program. Alibaba applied for the TLD to protect its global trademark, streamline its digital ecosystem, and create a unified namespace for its subsidiaries, including Alibaba.com, Taobao, Tmall, Aliyun, and Alipay.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .alibaba are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .alibaba Used For?
The .alibaba TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate websites
Subsidiary web portals
Internal business systems
E-commerce platform infrastructure
Cloud service authentication
How Many .alibaba Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
20
DNSSEC Adoption
5.0%
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How Does .alibaba Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .alibaba |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 20 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 5.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Alibaba Group Holding Limited |
| Introduced | 2016-01-13 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Alibaba Group and its wholly owned or affiliated entities |
How Available Are .alibaba Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .alibaba domains by character length. Currently 4 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
4
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
25.0%
Top Provider
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Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .alibaba Domain?
Eligibility
Restricted to Alibaba Group Holding Limited and its wholly owned or affiliated subsidiaries. Not open to public registration.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Alibaba Group Holding Limited. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .alibaba domains
- Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
- Complete the registration process and provide required information
- Pay the registration fee (typically )
- Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .alibaba Data Compiled?
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Zone File Analysis
Domain registration counts and density analysis are computed daily from TLD zone files, providing accurate registration statistics rather than estimates.
DNSSEC Adoption Tracking
DNSSEC deployment percentages are measured by scanning actual DNS records across all registered domains in each TLD zone.
Registrar Price Monitoring
Registration, renewal, and transfer prices are checked hourly across multiple accredited registrars and compared automatically.
Provider Market Share
DNS provider distribution is calculated from nameserver records, showing which hosting providers serve the most domains in each TLD.
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Disclaimer: The information on this page is sourced from IANA, ICANN, and respective registry operator publications, then structured and formatted with the assistance of AI. While accuracy is a priority, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.