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The .host TLD is a generic top-level domain created to serve the web hosting industry, offering a clear, concise namespace for hosting providers, cloud services, and related businesses. It was introduced to help companies in the hosting sector differentiate themselves in a crowded domain market, especially in developing regions where traditional TLDs like .com are saturated.
Open for public registration; no residency or eligibility restrictions
The .host extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Radix Technologies Inc.. .host was introduced in 2014. There are currently 23,103 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 4.50 - 135.99. DNSSEC adoption stands at 3.2%.
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .host domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| dynadot Cheapest | $4.50 | $84.75 | $84.75 |
| porkbun | $4.63 | $81.87 | $81.87 |
| resellerclub | $135.99 | $161.79 | $135.99 |
Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .host domain was proposed by Radix (formerly DotHost Inc.) as part of ICANN’s New gTLD Program. It received a GAC Early Warning due to an unrelated email inclusion in application materials, but proceeded after review. It was delegated to the DNS root zone on May 31, 2014, originally under DotHost Inc., then transferred to Radix FZC in 2021, and finally to Radix Technologies Inc. in February 2024. The registry is operated by CentralNic with technical services provided through their infrastructure.
The .host TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .host TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
23,103
3.2%
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .host |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 23,103 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 3.2% |
| Registration Price | USD 4.50 - 135.99 |
| Renewal Price | USD 81.87 - 161.79 |
| Registry Operator | Radix Technologies Inc. |
| Introduced | 2014-05-31 |
| Restrictions | Open for public registration; no residency or eligibility restrictions |
Registration density analysis for .host domains by character length. Currently 20,871 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
20.9K
Peak Saturation
7.7%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
3.4%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 2 | 7.7% | |
| 2 chars | 4 | 0.59% | |
| 3 chars | 623 | 3.5% | |
| 4 chars | 3,220 | 0.70% | |
| 5 chars | 3,474 | 0.03% | |
| 6 chars | 3,389 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 2,756 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 2,585 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 1,968 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1,316 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 904 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 630 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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The .host TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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