.baidu Brand TLD
Baidu
The .baidu TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by Baidu, Inc., China’s leading search engine company. It was created to strengthen Baidu’s online brand identity and protect its digital assets, primarily for internal corporate use and authorized partners.
Restricted to Baidu, Inc. and authorized subsidiaries or partners; not open for public registration.
.baidu Domain Overview
The .baidu extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Baidu, Inc.. .baidu was introduced in 2016. There are currently 3 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .baidu is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .baidu?
The .baidu domain was applied for by Baidu, Inc. in ICANN's New gTLD Program and delegated to the root zone on January 5, 2016. Baidu intended to use it exclusively for internal corporate purposes, including brand protection, employee portals, and controlled marketing campaigns. At launch, Baidu planned to limit second-level domain allocations for at least three years to evaluate long-term strategy before considering broader use.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .baidu are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .baidu Used For?
The .baidu TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate websites
Internal employee portals
Marketing campaigns
Search engine service domains
How Many .baidu Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
3
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
How Does .baidu Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .baidu |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 3 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Baidu, Inc. |
| Introduced | 2016-01-05 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Baidu, Inc. and authorized subsidiaries or partners; not open for public registration. |
How Available Are .baidu Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .baidu domains by character length. Currently 1 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
1
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
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 .baidu Domain?
Eligibility
Restricted to Baidu, Inc. and authorized affiliates. Not available for public registration.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Baidu, Inc.. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .baidu 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 .baidu 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.
Use DNSChkr tools to inspect any .baidu domain: run a full DNS health check, check DNS propagation, look up WHOIS records, or verify email authentication.
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.