.guge Brand TLD
Guge
The .guge TLD is a brand-specific domain operated by Google, using the Chinese pinyin equivalent of 'Google' to serve Chinese-speaking users and reinforce brand identity. It enables Google to organize and expand its digital services with a culturally relevant, branded namespace.
Restricted to Google and authorized entities; not available for public registration.
.guge Domain Overview
The .guge extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Charleston Road Registry Inc.. .guge was introduced in 2015. There are currently 3 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .guge is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .guge?
The .guge domain was approved under ICANN’s New gTLD Program as a branded TLD for Google. It was delegated to the root zone on March 24, 2015, by Charleston Road Registry Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Google. The TLD was specifically created to serve Chinese-speaking users, as 'guge' (谷歌) is the pinyin rendering of Google in Mandarin. It supports IDNs for second-level domains in Chinese.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .guge are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .guge Used For?
The .guge TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Chinese-language web services
Internal Google projects
Localized product pages
Enhanced customer trust in Chinese markets
How Many .guge Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
3
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
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How Does .guge Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .guge |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 3 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Charleston Road Registry Inc. |
| Introduced | 2015-03-24 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Google and authorized entities; not available for public registration. |
How Available Are .guge Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .guge domains by character length. Currently 1 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
1
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
Top Provider
Google Cloud DNS
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 chars | 1 | 0.01% |
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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Eligibility
Not available for public use; only Google and its authorized affiliates may register domains under .guge.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Charleston Road Registry Inc.. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .guge 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
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Zone File Analysis
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DNSSEC Adoption Tracking
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Provider Market Share
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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.