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The .gov top-level domain is a sponsored gTLD reserved exclusively for United States government entities. It was one of the original six TLDs created in 1985 and is used to identify official government websites at the federal, state, tribal, and local levels. Only verified U.S. government organizations may register .gov domains, ensuring public trust and authenticated digital identity.
Restricted to U.S. government entities including federal agencies, state and local governments, Native Sovereign Nations, and certain government-affiliated organizations. All registrations require official authorization by the CIO or senior IT official of the registering entity.
Registration pricing for .gov is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
The .gov domain was established in 1985 as one of the original top-level domains alongside .com, .edu, .net, .org, and .mil. Initially delegated to the Federal Networking Council (FNC), administrative responsibility was transferred to the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) in 1997. In 2021, authority transitioned to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), which now operates .gov under the get.gov platform to improve security, standardization, and service for government websites.
The .gov TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .gov TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
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Government entities must be U.S.-based and authorized by a senior IT official (e.g. CIO). Local governments must include their state abbreviation or full name. Tribal governments require Bureau of Indian Affairs confirmation. All domains subject to CISA review for appropriateness.
The .gov TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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 I strive for accuracy, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.