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The .fail TLD is a generic top-level domain intended for open public use, designed to support online expression, criticism, satire, and commentary. It was introduced as part of ICANN’s new gTLD program to expand choice and innovation in the domain name space.
No restrictions on registration; open to anyone for any lawful purpose.
The .fail extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Donuts (operated through Atomic Pipe, LLC). .fail was introduced in 2014. There are currently 4,620 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 8.24. DNSSEC adoption stands at 8.3%.
Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .fail domain registration and renewal prices across 2 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun Cheapest | $8.24 | $31.41 | $31.41 |
| dynadot | $8.24 | $32.32 | $32.32 |
Prices checked April 11, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .fail domain was applied for by Donuts Inc. in ICANN’s new gTLD program and was delegated to the DNS root zone on April 23, 2014. Despite a GAC Early Warning from Australia over concerns about potential misuse, ICANN approved the application after Donuts committed to robust abuse protections. The registry is now managed by Identity Digital Inc., which acquired the assets of Donuts in 2018. The TLD has remained open and unrestricted since launch.
The .fail TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .fail TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
4,620
8.3%
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .fail |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 4,620 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 8.3% |
| Registration Price | USD 8.24 |
| Renewal Price | USD 31.41 - 32.32 |
| Registry Operator | Donuts (operated through Atomic Pipe, LLC) |
| Introduced | 2014-04-23 |
| Restrictions | No restrictions on registration; open to anyone for any lawful purpose. |
Registration density analysis for .fail domains by character length. Currently 3,827 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
3.8K
Peak Saturation
69.2%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
9.5%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 18 | 69.2% | |
| 2 chars | 101 | 14.9% | |
| 3 chars | 468 | 2.7% | |
| 4 chars | 616 | 0.13% | |
| 5 chars | 477 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 504 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 433 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 393 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 265 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 229 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 176 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 147 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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The .fail TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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