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The .church TLD is a community-focused domain designed for religious organizations, churches, ministries, and faith-based groups. It was created to provide a trusted and identifiable online space for Christian communities and related entities under an open and inclusive registry policy.
Open to any individual or organization that identifies with the term 'church' and uses it to describe their religious activities. No specific religious denomination is required.
Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
The .church TLD was proposed under ICANN's New gTLD Program. Two applicants competed: Donuts (Holly Fields, LLC) and Life Covenant Church, Inc. Donuts won via a private auction on December 19, 2013, and paid a settlement to the other applicant. Donuts signed a registry agreement with ICANN on February 6, 2014. The domain was delegated to the DNS Root Zone on May 15, 2014, and general availability began on September 17, 2014. The registry is now operated through Identity Digital Inc., which acquired Donuts in 2020.
The .church TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .church TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
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Open registration for any individual or organization using the term 'church' to describe religious activities. No proof of religious affiliation or legal status is required.
The .church 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.