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.garden gTLD

The .garden TLD is a generic top-level domain created for gardeners, horticulturists, landscaping businesses, and related communities. It provides a clear, thematic namespace for websites focused on gardening, plants, outdoor design, and eco-friendly living.

Registry:Registry Services, LLC
Introduced:2014-12-13
Updated:Apr 29, 2026
Restrictions:

Open to public registration with no geographic or eligibility restrictions

.garden Domain Overview

The .garden extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Registry Services, LLC. .garden was introduced in 2014. There are currently 149,739 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 1.50 - 33.79. DNSSEC adoption stands at 31.5%.

Registration Info

Registration Price:USD 1.50 - 33.79
Renewal Price:USD 26.26 - 40.89

Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.

Security Features

  • DNSSEC
  • CAA Record Support

Where to Register a .garden Domain — Price Comparison

Compare .garden domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.

RegistrarRegistrationRenewalTransfer
dynadot
Cheapest
$1.50$26.97$26.97
porkbun$1.54$26.26$26.26
resellerclub$33.79$40.89$33.79

Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.

What Is the History of .garden?

The .garden TLD was delegated to Top Level Domain Holdings Limited on December 10, 2014, under ICANN’s new gTLD program. After a private auction in April 2014 involving Donuts and Uniregistry, rights to the TLD were won by MMX (Minds + Machines). Control was later transferred to Registry Services, LLC in September 2021, with GoDaddy Registry providing backend services.

Did you know?

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

What Is .garden Used For?

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

Gardening blogs and personal sites

Landscape design and nursery businesses

Organic farming and sustainable living resources

Plant sale and seed distribution platforms

Garden tool manufacturers and retailers

Community gardening initiatives and educational sites

thehappygarden.garden
urbanplant.garden
organicherbs.garden
gardenwise.garden
plantlove.garden
nativeplants.garden
containergarden.garden
ediblegarden.garden
gardenflow.garden
growyourself.garden

How Many .garden Domains Are Registered?

Total Registrations

149,739

DNSSEC Adoption

31.5%

Alternative TLDs

If .garden doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:

How Does .garden Compare?

MetricValue
Extension.garden
TypeGeneric TLD (gTLD)
Total Registrations149,739
DNSSEC Adoption31.5%
Registration PriceUSD 1.50 - 33.79
Renewal PriceUSD 26.26 - 40.89
Registry OperatorRegistry Services, LLC
Introduced2014-12-13
RestrictionsOpen to public registration with no geographic or eligibility restrictions

How Available Are .garden Domain Names?

Registration density analysis for .garden domains by character length. Currently 63,319 domains are registered across all lengths.

Total Registered

63.3K

Peak Saturation

73.1%

1-char names

DNSSEC Adoption

58.0%

Top Provider

Cloudflare

LengthRegistered% FullDensity
1 char1973.1%
2 chars548.0%
3 chars3842.2%
4 chars10,8432.4%
5 chars12,1770.10%
6 chars17,3730.01%
7 chars4,711<0.01%
8 chars2,919<0.01%
9 chars4,711<0.01%
10 chars8,648<0.01%
11 chars602<0.01%
12 chars878<0.01%

Top DNS Providers

Cloudflare2.7KNamecheap986GoDaddy656WordPress.com77Hover43

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

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How Do I Register a .garden Domain?

Eligibility

No restrictions — available to any individual or organization globally

Open Registration

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

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .garden 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 1.50 - 33.79)
  5. Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel

How does .garden compare to similar top-level domains? This comparison covers pricing, type, and availability to help choose the right domain extension.

View the full TLD Directory to browse all 1,900+ top-level domains with pricing, registration density analysis, and DNSSEC adoption rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Is This .garden 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 .garden 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.