.ifm Brand TLD
The .ifm TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by ifm electronic gmbh, a German manufacturer of industrial automation solutions. Created under ICANN's new gTLD program, it is used to protect the brand, enhance online credibility, and provide secure, memorable web addresses for the company and its authorized partners.
Restricted to ifm electronic gmbh and authorized partners; not available for public registration.
.ifm Domain Overview
The .ifm extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by ifm electronic gmbh. .ifm was introduced in 2015. There are currently 161 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.6%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .ifm is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .ifm?
The .ifm domain was delegated to ifm electronic gmbh on January 24, 2015, following approval under ICANN's new gTLD program. The registry agreement was signed on January 30, 2014. ifm elected to operate its own TLD to reinforce brand trust, secure its digital identity, and enable customized web addresses for internal departments and approved partners — not for commercial sale.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .ifm are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .ifm Used For?
The .ifm TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate web presence
Authorized partner portals
Product-specific campaigns
Internal department websites
Secure customer portals
How Many .ifm Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
161
DNSSEC Adoption
0.6%
How Does .ifm Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .ifm |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 161 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.6% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | ifm electronic gmbh |
| Introduced | 2015-01-24 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to ifm electronic gmbh and authorized partners; not available for public registration. |
How Available Are .ifm Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .ifm domains by character length. Currently 71 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
71
Peak Saturation
0.30%
2-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
1.4%
Top Provider
Microsoft Azure DNS
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 2 | 0.30% | |
| 3 chars | 10 | 0.06% | |
| 4 chars | 7 | <0.01% | |
| 5 chars | 11 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 10 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 10 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 3 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 3 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 6 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 5 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 4 | <0.01% |
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .ifm Domain?
Eligibility
Not available for public use; only issued to ifm electronic gmbh and its authorized subsidiaries, departments, or approved partners as determined by the registry.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by ifm electronic gmbh. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .ifm 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 .ifm 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.