.alipay Brand TLD
Alipay
The .alipay TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by Alibaba Group Holding Limited to protect and reinforce the digital identity of the Alipay payment platform. It is used internally to secure and streamline online services tied to Alipay’s ecosystem, including financial transactions, merchant portals, and user authentication systems.
Restricted to Alibaba Group, Alipay, and its wholly-owned or affiliated entities; not available for public registration.
.alipay Domain Overview
The .alipay extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Alibaba Group Holding Limited. .alipay was introduced in 2016. There are currently 3 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 33.3%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .alipay is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .alipay?
The .alipay domain was delegated to Alibaba Group Holding Limited on January 13, 2016, as part of ICANN’s new gTLD program. It was applied for alongside .alibaba, .Taobao, and .Tmall to consolidate Alibaba Group’s core brands under exclusive domain control. The registry uses a highly restricted registration policy, initially allowing only Corporate Internal Users affiliated with Alipay to register second-level domains, prioritizing trademark protection and operational security over public access.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .alipay are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .alipay Used For?
The .alipay TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Secure payment portals
Corporate authentication systems
Internal service domains
Merchant and partner portals
How Many .alipay Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
3
DNSSEC Adoption
33.3%
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How Does .alipay Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .alipay |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 3 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 33.3% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Alibaba Group Holding Limited |
| Introduced | 2016-01-13 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Alibaba Group, Alipay, and its wholly-owned or affiliated entities; not available for public registration. |
How Available Are .alipay Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .alipay domains by character length. Currently 1 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
1
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
100.0%
Top Provider
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| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 chars | 1 | 0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .alipay Domain?
Eligibility
Restricted to Alibaba Group, Alipay, and entities wholly owned or affiliated with Alipay. No public registration allowed.
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 .alipay 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
.alipay vs Related Domain Extensions
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .alipay Data Compiled?
DNS Checker maintains a comprehensive TLD directory covering all 1,900+ active top-level domains. The data on this page combines multiple authoritative sources to provide information not found in standard TLD listings.
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.