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.eat TLD, domains, registry, and DNSSEC overview

.eat gTLD

The .eat TLD is a generic top-level domain created to provide a dedicated space for content related to food, restaurants, and eating. It was proposed by Google through Charleston Road Registry Inc. and is open for registration by anyone without restrictions.

Registry:Charleston Road Registry Inc.
Introduced:2014-08-30
Updated:Oct 9, 2026
Restrictions:

None — open for registration by any individual or organization worldwide

.eat Domain Overview

The .eat extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Charleston Road Registry Inc.. .eat was introduced in 2014. There are currently 127 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 13.90. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.0%.

Registration Info

Registration Price:USD 13.90
Renewal Price:USD 13.90

Price range based on 1 registrar. Actual prices may vary.

Security Features

  • DNSSEC
  • CAA Record Support

Where to Register a .eat Domain (Price Comparison)

Compare .eat domain registration and renewal prices across 1 registrar. Prices are in USD and updated daily.

RegistrarRegistrationRenewalTransfer
porkbun$13.90$13.90$13.90

Prices checked October 10, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.

What Is the History of .eat?

The .eat domain was successfully applied for by Google under ICANN’s New gTLD Program and received its Registry Agreement on January 23, 2014. It was officially delegated to the DNS root zone on August 30, 2014. Charleston Road Registry Inc., a subsidiary of Google, operates the TLD with the mission of enhancing online food-related content by enabling direct, meaningful domain names like restaurantname.eat or organic.eat.

Did you know?

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

What Is .eat Used For?

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

Restaurant websites

Food blogs

Culinary brands

Recipe platforms

Food delivery services

Organic and sustainable food campaigns

Cooking tutorials

Farmer’s markets

Food festivals

Café and bakery online presence

How Many .eat Domains Are Registered?

Total Registrations

127

DNSSEC Adoption

0.0%

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How Does .eat Compare?

MetricValue
Extension.eat
TypeGeneric TLD (gTLD)
Total Registrations127
DNSSEC Adoption0.0%
Registration PriceUSD 13.90
Renewal PriceUSD 13.90
Registry OperatorCharleston Road Registry Inc.
Introduced2014-08-30
RestrictionsNone — open for registration by any individual or organization worldwide

How Available Are .eat Domain Names?

Registration density analysis for .eat domains by character length. Currently 61 domains are registered across all lengths.

Total Registered

61

Peak Saturation

0.02%

3-char names

DNSSEC Adoption

0.0%

Top Provider

NS1

LengthRegistered% FullDensity
3 chars30.02%
4 chars5<0.01%
5 chars9<0.01%
6 chars18<0.01%
7 chars6<0.01%
8 chars4<0.01%
9 chars5<0.01%
10 chars4<0.01%
11 chars3<0.01%
12 chars4<0.01%

Top DNS Providers

NS13Google Cloud DNS2Google Domains1Cloudflare1Gandi1

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

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How Do I Register a .eat Domain?

Eligibility

No restrictions — open to all registrants worldwide

Open Registration

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

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .eat 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 13.90)
  5. Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel

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How Is This .eat 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.