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The .auction TLD is a generic top-level domain created for businesses, platforms, and individuals involved in online auctions, bidding services, and auction-related content. It provides a clear, memorable extension for websites focused on selling goods or services through competitive bidding.
Open for registration by anyone without geographic or legal restrictions
The .auction extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Dog Beach, LLC. .auction was introduced in 2014. There are currently 9,785 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 3.00 - 32.66. DNSSEC adoption stands at 3.6%.
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .auction domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| dynadot Cheapest | $3.00 | $30.18 | $30.18 |
| porkbun | $3.09 | $29.35 | $29.35 |
| resellerclub | $32.66 | $37.72 | $32.66 |
Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .auction domain was applied for by Donuts (via Sand Galley, LLC) in ICANN’s New gTLD Program and delegated on July 18, 2014. In February 2014, Donuts and Uniregistry reached a private agreement in which Donuts acquired the rights to .auction, .furniture, and .gratis. The registry was later transferred to Dog Beach, LLC in 2021, which operates it under Identity Digital Inc. as the technical operator.
The .auction TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .auction TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
9,785
3.6%
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .auction |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 9,785 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 3.6% |
| Registration Price | USD 3.00 - 32.66 |
| Renewal Price | USD 29.35 - 37.72 |
| Registry Operator | Dog Beach, LLC |
| Introduced | 2014-07-18 |
| Restrictions | Open for registration by anyone without geographic or legal restrictions |
Registration density analysis for .auction domains by character length. Currently 8,723 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
8.7K
Peak Saturation
10.2%
2-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
3.5%
Top Provider
GoDaddy
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 2 | 7.7% | |
| 2 chars | 69 | 10.2% | |
| 3 chars | 495 | 2.8% | |
| 4 chars | 525 | 0.11% | |
| 5 chars | 3,226 | 0.03% | |
| 6 chars | 2,024 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 583 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 484 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 436 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 380 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 265 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 234 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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