.crs Brand TLD
The .crs TLD is a brand-specific domain operated by Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL), used to unify and secure the online presence of its network of 240 retail cooperatives across Canada. It supports the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS) with a trusted, authenticated domain space for member websites and services.
Restricted to Federated Co-operatives Limited and its 240 member retail cooperatives; not open for public registration
.crs Domain Overview
The .crs extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Federated Co-operatives Limited. .crs was introduced in 2014. There are currently 1,105 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 48.7%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .crs is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
What Is the History of .crs?
The .crs domain was proposed by Federated Co-operatives Limited under ICANN's New gTLD Program. The application was approved in 2014, with the Registry Agreement signed on April 3, 2014, and the domain officially delegated to the DNS Root Zone on October 15, 2014. The TLD was created to provide a secure, branded online environment for FCL's cooperative retail network, ensuring authenticity and consistency across member websites.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .crs are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .crs Used For?
The .crs TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Member cooperative websites
Authenticated retail portals
Cooperative network services
How Many .crs Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
1,105
DNSSEC Adoption
48.7%
How Does .crs Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .crs |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 1,105 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 48.7% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Federated Co-operatives Limited |
| Introduced | 2014-10-15 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Federated Co-operatives Limited and its 240 member retail cooperatives; not open for public registration |
How Available Are .crs Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .crs domains by character length. Currently 350 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
350
Peak Saturation
0.06%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
96.0%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 chars | 11 | 0.06% | |
| 4 chars | 10 | <0.01% | |
| 5 chars | 13 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 22 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 39 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 33 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 44 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 48 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 58 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 72 | <0.01% |
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .crs Domain?
Eligibility
Restricted to Federated Co-operatives Limited and its 240 member retail cooperatives. Not available to the general public.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Federated Co-operatives Limited. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .crs 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 .crs 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.