.gmx Brand TLD
GMX
The .gmx top-level domain is a brand-specific domain operated by 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH, primarily used to extend the GMX email service brand. It was created under ICANN's new gTLD program to provide more available and memorable email address options for millions of users in German-speaking countries and beyond.
Restricted to 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH and its authorized use for GMX-branded services; not available for public registration.
.gmx Domain Overview
The .gmx extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH. .gmx was introduced in 2014. There are currently 957 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.4%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .gmx is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .gmx?
The .gmx domain was applied for by 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH as part of ICANN’s new gTLD program. The application was approved, and the registry agreement was signed on April 24, 2014. It was formally delegated to the DNS root zone on September 5, 2014. The domain was created to address the growing demand for unique email addresses under the popular GMX brand, which serves over 15 million users in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .gmx are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .gmx Used For?
The .gmx TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Email address expansion
Brand protection
Corporate email solutions
CRM and user portals
How Many .gmx Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
957
DNSSEC Adoption
0.4%
How Does .gmx Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .gmx |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 957 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.4% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH |
| Introduced | 2014-09-05 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH and its authorized use for GMX-branded services; not available for public registration. |
How Available Are .gmx Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .gmx domains by character length. Currently 468 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
468
Peak Saturation
0.30%
2-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.9%
Top Provider
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| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 2 | 0.30% | |
| 3 chars | 13 | 0.07% | |
| 4 chars | 75 | 0.02% | |
| 5 chars | 91 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 113 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 87 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 48 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 26 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 7 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 4 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 2 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .gmx Domain?
Eligibility
Not available for public use; reserved for internal use by 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH for GMX-branded email services
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .gmx domains
- Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
- Complete the registration process and provide required information
- Pay the registration fee (typically )
- Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .gmx 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.
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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.