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Address and Routing Parameter Area
The .arpa top-level domain is one of the original TLDs, created in 1985 to support critical internet infrastructure functions. It is not used for public website registration but instead hosts reverse DNS lookups and other network protocol mappings, such as translating IP addresses into domain names.
Not available for public registration. Used exclusively for infrastructure purposes by network operators and protocol standards bodies.
Registration pricing for .arpa is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
The .arpa domain was originally created in 1985 as a temporary transition mechanism for hostnames from the ARPANET. Although the plan was to phase it out after introducing .com, .edu, .net, and others, key infrastructure functions like reverse DNS (in-addr.arpa and ip6.arpa) remained essential. In 2000, the Internet Architecture Board (IAB) formally re-designated .arpa as the permanent namespace for Internet infrastructure, prohibiting new infrastructure domains under .int and mandating that all future protocol-related domains be allocated under .arpa.
The .arpa TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .arpa TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Not applicable. Registration is prohibited for public or private entities. Only IANA, under IAB direction, may delegate subdomains for protocol-specific infrastructure use.
The .arpa TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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 I strive for accuracy, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.