.audi Brand TLD
The .audi TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by AUDI Aktiengesellschaft, primarily used to strengthen and protect the brand’s digital presence across global markets. It is not open for public registration and is managed for corporate use by Audi and its affiliated companies.
Restricted to AUDI Aktiengesellschaft and its affiliated companies in which it holds a majority interest
.audi Domain Overview
The .audi extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Afilias. .audi was introduced in 2015. There are currently 1,674 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.1%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .audi is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
- Registry Lock
What Is the History of .audi?
The .audi domain was applied for under ICANN's New gTLD Program by AUDI Aktiengesellschaft and delegated to the DNS root zone on November 17, 2015. It is part of a family of brand TLDs from the Volkswagen Group, which also includes .lamborghini and .bugatti. The domain is managed using technical infrastructure provided by Afilias.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .audi are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .audi Used For?
The .audi TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Corporate website home
Brand protection
Global marketing campaigns
Internal systems and employee portals
Dealer network portals
How Many .audi Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
1,674
DNSSEC Adoption
0.1%
How Does .audi Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .audi |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 1,674 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.1% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Afilias |
| Introduced | 2015-11-17 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to AUDI Aktiengesellschaft and its affiliated companies in which it holds a majority interest |
How Available Are .audi Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .audi domains by character length. Currently 312 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
312
Peak Saturation
10.9%
2-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.3%
Top Provider
Amazon Route 53
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 74 | 10.9% | |
| 3 chars | 12 | 0.07% | |
| 4 chars | 15 | <0.01% | |
| 5 chars | 14 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 19 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 18 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 15 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 21 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 20 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 43 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 61 | <0.01% |
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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Eligibility
Only AUDI Aktiengesellschaft and its affiliated companies in which it holds majority interest are permitted to register second-level domains. No public registration is allowed.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Afilias. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .audi 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 .audi 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.