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.forex Brand TLD

The .forex TLD is a brand-specific domain operated by IG Group Holdings PLC, designed to provide an authoritative and secure online space for foreign exchange trading information, services, and resources tied to IG Group's global financial brand.

Registry:IG Group Holdings PLC
Introduced:2015-03-12
Updated:Apr 29, 2026
Restrictions:

Restricted to IG Group Holdings PLC, its affiliates, and authorized partners for use in promoting forex trading services and brand-related content.

.forex Domain Overview

The .forex extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by IG Group Holdings PLC. .forex was introduced in 2015. There are currently 1,328 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 10.81 - 10.92. DNSSEC adoption stands at 4.7%.

Registration Info

Registration Price:USD 10.81 - 10.92
Renewal Price:USD 82.90 - 85.82

Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.

Security Features

  • DNSSEC

Where to Register a .forex Domain — Price Comparison

Compare .forex domain registration and renewal prices across 2 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.

RegistrarRegistrationRenewalTransfer
porkbun
Cheapest
$10.81$82.90$82.90
dynadot$10.92$85.82$85.82

Prices checked May 26, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.

What Is the History of .forex?

The .forex domain was approved and delegated to IG Group Holdings PLC under ICANN's new gTLD program on March 12, 2015. It reached general availability on November 16, 2015. The domain was created to establish a trusted digital environment for IG Group’s forex trading services and to protect its brand identity online.

Did you know?

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

What Is .forex Used For?

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

Brand protection

Official forex trading resources

Customer education portals

Marketing campaigns

Secure client portals

How Many .forex Domains Are Registered?

Total Registrations

1,328

DNSSEC Adoption

4.7%

How Does .forex Compare?

MetricValue
Extension.forex
TypeBrand TLD
Total Registrations1,328
DNSSEC Adoption4.7%
Registration PriceUSD 10.81 - 10.92
Renewal PriceUSD 82.90 - 85.82
Registry OperatorIG Group Holdings PLC
Introduced2015-03-12
RestrictionsRestricted to IG Group Holdings PLC, its affiliates, and authorized partners for use in promoting forex trading services and brand-related content.

How Available Are .forex Domain Names?

Registration density analysis for .forex domains by character length. Currently 1,267 domains are registered across all lengths.

Total Registered

1.3K

Peak Saturation

23.1%

1-char names

DNSSEC Adoption

4.3%

Top Provider

Cloudflare

LengthRegistered% FullDensity
1 char623.1%
2 chars416.1%
3 chars1700.97%
4 chars1870.04%
5 chars307<0.01%
6 chars167<0.01%
7 chars116<0.01%
8 chars94<0.01%
9 chars68<0.01%
10 chars48<0.01%
11 chars35<0.01%
12 chars28<0.01%

Top DNS Providers

Cloudflare231Namecheap216Gandi10Vercel9OVH8

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

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How Do I Register a .forex Domain?

Eligibility

Not available for public use; restricted to IG Group Holdings PLC, its subsidiaries, and approved partners

Restricted TLD

This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by IG Group Holdings PLC. It is not available for public registration.

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .forex 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 10.81 - 10.92)
  5. Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel

Frequently Asked Questions

How Is This .forex 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 .forex 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.