.aol Brand TLD
AOL
The .aol TLD is a brand-specific domain operated by AOL Inc., designed to reinforce brand authenticity and control over online content for AOL and its affiliated services.
Restricted to AOL Inc. and its authorized affiliates
.aol Domain Overview
The .aol extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by AOL Inc.. .aol was introduced in 2016. There are currently 2 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .aol is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
What Is the History of .aol?
The .aol domain was approved under ICANN’s New gTLD Program and delegated to AOL Inc. on November 3, 2016. It was originally applied for as a restricted brand TLD to enhance digital trust and streamline brand-aligned web properties. AOL, founded in 1985 as Quantum Computer Services and renamed America Online in 1991, has long been a pioneer in online services, including email and instant messaging.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .aol are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .aol Used For?
The .aol TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate web properties
Marketing campaigns
Authenticated user portals
How Many .aol Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
2
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
How Does .aol Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .aol |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 2 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | AOL Inc. |
| Introduced | 2016-10-27 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to AOL Inc. and its authorized affiliates |
How Do I Register a .aol Domain?
Eligibility
Available only to AOL Inc. and its authorized subsidiaries and affiliates. Not open to the public.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by AOL Inc.. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .aol 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
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .aol Data Compiled?
DNSChkr 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.