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The .bank TLD is a sponsored top-level domain created to provide a secure and trusted online space for the global financial services industry. It is restricted to verified banks and financial institutions, ensuring that only legitimate entities with proper authentication can register under this namespace to combat phishing and online fraud.
Restricted to verified financial institutions, including banks, credit unions, and other regulated entities. Registrants must pass rigorous identity verification and security compliance checks before registration.
Registration pricing for .bank is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
The .bank domain was applied for as a community TLD by fTLD Registry Services, LLC, a joint venture between the American Bankers Association (ABA) and BITS, the technology policy arm of the Financial Services Roundtable. After overcoming objections from competitors and regulatory bodies, including the European Banking Authority and the U.S. Government, the domain was delegated to fTLD by ICANN on January 9, 2015. The goal was to create a secure, identifiable namespace for financial institutions to reduce online fraud and build consumer trust.
The .bank TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .bank TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
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If .bank doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:
Applicants must be regulated financial institutions, submit proof of regulatory authorization, pass identity verification, agree to security policies (including DNSSEC, two-factor authentication, and domain locking), and renew annually with revalidation.
The .bank 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.