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The .exchange TLD is a generic top-level domain designed for businesses, platforms, and services related to trading, financial markets, data exchange, or communication networks. Originally intended for commercial use, it is open for registration by anyone without restrictions.
None — open for registration by individuals and organizations worldwide
The .exchange extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Donuts (operated via Spring Falls, LLC). .exchange was introduced in 2014. There are currently 18,887 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 6.10 - 6.18. DNSSEC adoption stands at 4.8%.
Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .exchange domain registration and renewal prices across 2 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| dynadot Cheapest | $6.10 | $32.21 | $32.21 |
| porkbun | $6.18 | $31.41 | $31.41 |
Prices checked April 11, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .exchange domain was applied for by Spring Falls, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Donuts, under ICANN's New gTLD Program. The application was approved, and the Registry Agreement was signed on March 6, 2014. It was officially delegated to the DNS root zone on April 23, 2014. Donuts intended the TLD to serve as an open registry with no pre-registration restrictions, focusing on enabling clearer online identification for entities involved in exchange-based activities such as financial trading, data exchange, or commodity platforms.
The .exchange TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .exchange TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
18,887
4.8%
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .exchange |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 18,887 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 4.8% |
| Registration Price | USD 6.10 - 6.18 |
| Renewal Price | USD 31.41 - 32.21 |
| Registry Operator | Donuts (operated via Spring Falls, LLC) |
| Introduced | 2014-04-23 |
| Restrictions | None — open for registration by individuals and organizations worldwide |
Registration density analysis for .exchange domains by character length. Currently 16,847 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
16.8K
Peak Saturation
88.5%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
5.2%
Top Provider
GoDaddy
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 23 | 88.5% | |
| 2 chars | 244 | 36.1% | |
| 3 chars | 1,531 | 8.7% | |
| 4 chars | 2,249 | 0.49% | |
| 5 chars | 2,598 | 0.02% | |
| 6 chars | 2,435 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 2,068 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 1,846 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 1,515 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1,073 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 713 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 552 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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The .exchange TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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