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.cards gTLD

The .cards TLD is a generic top-level domain designed for businesses, individuals, and organizations that create, sell, or share digital or physical cards—such as greeting cards, business cards, membership cards, and event invitations. It offers a clear, descriptive namespace for brand identity and targeted online presence.

Registry:Identity Digital Inc.
Introduced:2014-02-11
Updated:Apr 29, 2026
Restrictions:

Open for registration by anyone; no residency or eligibility requirements

.cards Domain Overview

The .cards extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Identity Digital Inc.. .cards was introduced in 2014. There are currently 13,816 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 2.50 - 2.57. DNSSEC adoption stands at 5.3%.

Registration Info

Registration Price:USD 2.50 - 2.57
Renewal Price:USD 31.41 - 32.21

Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.

Security Features

  • DNSSEC
  • CAA Record Support

Where to Register a .cards Domain — Price Comparison

Compare .cards domain registration and renewal prices across 2 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.

RegistrarRegistrationRenewalTransfer
dynadot
Cheapest
$2.50$32.21$32.21
porkbun$2.57$31.41$31.41

Prices checked May 26, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.

What Is the History of .cards?

The .cards domain was applied for by Foggy Hollow, LLC, a subsidiary of Donuts, and was approved under ICANN's New gTLD Program. A registry agreement was signed on December 5, 2013, and the domain was officially delegated to the DNS root zone on February 11, 2014. The registry operator was later transitioned to Identity Digital Inc., which now manages the TLD alongside other Donuts-owned domains.

Did you know?

The .cards TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.

What Is .cards Used For?

The .cards TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:

Business cards

Greeting card services

Event invitations

Loyalty cards

Digital gift cards

Photography portfolios

Wedding invitations

Membership cards

Product launch cards

E-commerce product pages

mycards.cards
printcards.cards
greetcards.cards
cardstudio.cards
wecard.cards
bestcards.cards
noteable.cards
luxe.cards
equip.cards
mod cards.cards

How Many .cards Domains Are Registered?

Total Registrations

13,816

DNSSEC Adoption

5.3%

Alternative TLDs

If .cards doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:

How Does .cards Compare?

MetricValue
Extension.cards
TypeGeneric TLD (gTLD)
Total Registrations13,816
DNSSEC Adoption5.3%
Registration PriceUSD 2.50 - 2.57
Renewal PriceUSD 31.41 - 32.21
Registry OperatorIdentity Digital Inc.
Introduced2014-02-11
RestrictionsOpen for registration by anyone; no residency or eligibility requirements

How Available Are .cards Domain Names?

Registration density analysis for .cards domains by character length. Currently 11,978 domains are registered across all lengths.

Total Registered

12.0K

Peak Saturation

61.5%

1-char names

DNSSEC Adoption

5.8%

Top Provider

Cloudflare

LengthRegistered% FullDensity
1 char1661.5%
2 chars16023.7%
3 chars1,0676.1%
4 chars1,5380.34%
5 chars1,6150.01%
6 chars1,779<0.01%
7 chars1,523<0.01%
8 chars1,366<0.01%
9 chars1,082<0.01%
10 chars754<0.01%
11 chars609<0.01%
12 chars469<0.01%

Top DNS Providers

Cloudflare2.0KGoDaddy2.0KNamecheap1.1KGoogle Domains657Amazon Route 53301

Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.

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How Do I Register a .cards Domain?

Eligibility

No restrictions. Open to all registrants globally.

Open Registration

The .cards TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .cards domains
  2. Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
  3. Complete the registration process and provide required information
  4. Pay the registration fee (typically USD 2.50 - 2.57)
  5. Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Is This .cards Data Compiled?

DNS Checker 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.