.brother Brand TLD
The .brother TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by Brother Industries, Ltd., used to consolidate and protect its global digital identity. Originally intended for internal corporate use, it serves as a controlled space for official websites, customer portals, and brand communication across Brother's worldwide operations.
Restricted to Brother Industries, Ltd. and its authorized affiliates; not available for public registration
.brother Domain Overview
The .brother extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Brother Industries, Ltd.. .brother was introduced in 2015. There are currently 21 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .brother is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
What Is the History of .brother?
The .brother domain was applied for by Brother Industries, Ltd. in ICANN's New gTLD Program and officially delegated to the root zone on May 12, 2015. The TLD was created to strengthen Brother's digital brand presence, secure its intellectual property, and provide a trusted namespace for its global operations. Registration rights are reserved for the company and its subsidiaries, with potential future licensing under strict contractual terms.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .brother are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .brother Used For?
The .brother TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Corporate websites
Brand protection
Customer service portals
Internal communications
Product documentation
Marketing campaigns
How Many .brother Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
21
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
How Does .brother Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .brother |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 21 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Brother Industries, Ltd. |
| Introduced | 2015-05-12 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Brother Industries, Ltd. and its authorized affiliates; not available for public registration |
How Available Are .brother Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .brother domains by character length. Currently 8 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
8
Peak Saturation
3.9%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
Top Provider
Amazon Route 53
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .brother Domain?
Eligibility
Registration is restricted to Brother Industries, Ltd. and its authorized subsidiaries. No public registrations are permitted.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Brother Industries, Ltd.. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .brother 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 .brother 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.
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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.