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The .forum TLD is a generic top-level domain designed specifically for online discussion communities, message boards, and interactive platforms where users exchange ideas and information. It was introduced to provide a clear, branded space for forums of all kinds — from hobbyist groups to professional networks.
Open for registration by anyone; no geographic or eligibility restrictions
The .forum extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Fegistry, LLC. .forum was introduced in 2015. There are currently 75,050 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 1.54 - 1.99. DNSSEC adoption stands at 14.0%.
Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .forum domain registration and renewal prices across 2 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun Cheapest | $1.54 | $31.41 | $31.41 |
| dynadot | $1.99 | $32.32 | $32.32 |
Prices checked April 12, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .forum domain was delegated to Fegistry, LLC on July 1, 2015, after winning a private auction in ICANN's New gTLD Program. It outbid competitors Donuts and Famous Four Media, who each proposed similar uses. Fegistry selected CentralNic as its back-end registry provider to manage technical operations.
The .forum TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .forum TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
75,050
14.0%
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .forum |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 75,050 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 14.0% |
| Registration Price | USD 1.54 - 1.99 |
| Renewal Price | USD 31.41 - 32.32 |
| Registry Operator | Fegistry, LLC |
| Introduced | 2015-07-01 |
| Restrictions | Open for registration by anyone; no geographic or eligibility restrictions |
Registration density analysis for .forum domains by character length. Currently 50,819 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
50.8K
Peak Saturation
0.80%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
17.3%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 3 | 0.44% | |
| 3 chars | 140 | 0.80% | |
| 4 chars | 596 | 0.13% | |
| 5 chars | 1,802 | 0.02% | |
| 6 chars | 3,298 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 4,510 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 7,585 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 6,661 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 19,303 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 4,730 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 2,191 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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The .forum TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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