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.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.

Registry:ifm electronic gmbh
Introduced:2015-01-24
Updated:Apr 29, 2026
Restrictions:

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?

MetricValue
Extension.ifm
TypeBrand TLD
Total Registrations161
DNSSEC Adoption0.6%
Registration PriceContact registrar
Renewal PriceContact registrar
Registry Operatorifm electronic gmbh
Introduced2015-01-24
RestrictionsRestricted 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

LengthRegistered% FullDensity
2 chars20.30%
3 chars100.06%
4 chars7<0.01%
5 chars11<0.01%
6 chars10<0.01%
7 chars10<0.01%
8 chars3<0.01%
9 chars3<0.01%
10 chars6<0.01%
11 chars5<0.01%
12 chars4<0.01%

Top DNS Providers

Microsoft Azure DNS4

Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.

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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

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .ifm domains
  2. Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
  3. Complete the registration process and provide required information
  4. Pay the registration fee (typically )
  5. 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.

Use DNS Checker tools to inspect any .ifm domain: run a full DNS health check, check DNS propagation, look up WHOIS records, or verify email authentication.

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.