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.dish Brand TLD

DISH

The .dish TLD is a brand-specific domain operated by Dish DBS Corporation, primarily used to support its online services, customer portals, and digital video offerings. It was introduced as part of ICANN's new gTLD program to strengthen brand identity and control over digital assets.

Registry:Dish DBS Corporation
Introduced:2016-08-04
Updated:Apr 29, 2026
Restrictions:

Restricted to Dish DBS Corporation and authorized entities

.dish Domain Overview

The .dish extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Dish DBS Corporation. .dish was introduced in 2016. There are currently 6 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 16.7%.

Registration Info

Registration pricing for .dish is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.

Security Features

  • DNSSEC
  • CAA Record Support

What Is the History of .dish?

The .dish domain was applied for by Dish DBS Corporation during ICANN’s New gTLD Program in 2012, and was officially delegated on August 8, 2016. It is managed through Tucows.com as the backend registry provider, with DNS support provided via their TRS platform.

Did you know?

Brand TLDs like .dish are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.

What Is .dish Used For?

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

Brand protection

Customer service portals

Streaming platform subdomains

Corporate communications

Digital TV services

How Many .dish Domains Are Registered?

Total Registrations

6

DNSSEC Adoption

16.7%

How Does .dish Compare?

MetricValue
Extension.dish
TypeBrand TLD
Total Registrations6
DNSSEC Adoption16.7%
Registration PriceContact registrar
Renewal PriceContact registrar
Registry OperatorDish DBS Corporation
Introduced2016-08-04
RestrictionsRestricted to Dish DBS Corporation and authorized entities

How Available Are .dish Domain Names?

Registration density analysis for .dish domains by character length. Currently 2 domains are registered across all lengths.

Total Registered

2

Peak Saturation

0.01%

3-char names

DNSSEC Adoption

50.0%

Top Provider

Cloudflare

LengthRegistered% FullDensity
3 chars10.01%
8 chars1<0.01%

Top DNS Providers

Cloudflare1

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

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How Do I Register a .dish Domain?

Eligibility

Restricted to Dish DBS Corporation and its authorized subsidiaries. Not open to public registration.

Restricted TLD

This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Dish DBS Corporation. It is not available for public registration.

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .dish 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 )
  5. Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel

Frequently Asked Questions

How Is This .dish 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.

Use DNS Checker tools to inspect any .dish domain: run a full DNS health check, check DNS propagation, look up WHOIS records, or verify email authentication.

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.