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The .irish TLD is a geographic top-level domain created to serve the global Irish community, including people in Ireland and the worldwide Irish diaspora. It provides a distinctive online identity for individuals, businesses, and organizations connected to Irish culture, heritage, tourism, and identity.

Registry:Identity Digital Inc.
Introduced:2014-12-02
Updated:Apr 29, 2026
Restrictions:

Open to anyone with an association to Irish culture, heritage, or identity — no geographic or residency restrictions.

.irish Domain Overview

The .irish extension is a geographic top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Identity Digital Inc.. .irish was introduced in 2014. There are currently 22,376 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 5.57 - 21.99. DNSSEC adoption stands at 1.4%.

Registration Info

Registration Price:USD 5.57 - 21.99
Renewal Price:USD 18.02 - 26.39

Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.

Security Features

  • DNSSEC
  • CAA Record Support

Where to Register a .irish Domain — Price Comparison

Compare .irish domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.

RegistrarRegistrationRenewalTransfer
dynadot
Cheapest
$5.57$18.41$18.41
porkbun$5.66$18.02$18.02
resellerclub$21.99$26.39$21.99

Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.

What Is the History of .irish?

The .irish domain was applied for by Dot-Irish LLC under ICANN’s New gTLD Program to create a digital space for the global Irish community. It was signed into registry agreement on August 7, 2014, delegated to the DNS root zone on December 2, 2014, and reached general availability on June 25, 2015. Ownership later transferred to Tin Mill LLC and eventually to Identity Digital Inc., which now operates it through its subsidiary Binky Moon, LLC.

Did you know?

The .irish TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.

What Is .irish Used For?

The .irish TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:

Irish cultural organizations

Irish tourism websites

Diaspora communities

Irish heritage and genealogy services

Irish-owned businesses globally

Irish event promotions

www.irishtimes.irish
www.irishdance.irish
www.irishmusic.irish
www.irishheritage.irish
www.visitireland.irish
www.irishfood.irish
www.celtictravels.irish
www.irishgenealogy.irish
www.belfasttourism.irish
www.irelandbites.irish

How Many .irish Domains Are Registered?

Total Registrations

22,376

DNSSEC Adoption

1.4%

Alternative TLDs

If .irish doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:

How Does .irish Compare?

MetricValue
Extension.irish
TypeGeneric TLD (gTLD)
Total Registrations22,376
DNSSEC Adoption1.4%
Registration PriceUSD 5.57 - 21.99
Renewal PriceUSD 18.02 - 26.39
Registry OperatorIdentity Digital Inc.
Introduced2014-12-02
RestrictionsOpen to anyone with an association to Irish culture, heritage, or identity — no geographic or residency restrictions.

How Available Are .irish Domain Names?

Registration density analysis for .irish domains by character length. Currently 22,727 domains are registered across all lengths.

Total Registered

22.7K

Peak Saturation

>99.9%

1-char names

DNSSEC Adoption

1.0%

Top Provider

Cloudflare

LengthRegistered% FullDensity
1 char36>99.9%
2 chars436.4%
3 chars2311.3%
4 chars3420.07%
5 chars8960.01%
6 chars6,369<0.01%
7 chars6,794<0.01%
8 chars7,162<0.01%
9 chars241<0.01%
10 chars225<0.01%
11 chars214<0.01%
12 chars174<0.01%

Top DNS Providers

Cloudflare18.9KNamecheap1.1KGoDaddy325Google Domains117Amazon Route 5342

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

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How Do I Register a .irish Domain?

Eligibility

No restrictions based on location or nationality. Open to individuals, businesses, and organizations globally that identify with Irish culture, heritage, or community.

Open Registration

The .irish TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .irish 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 USD 5.57 - 21.99)
  5. Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel

How does .irish compare to similar top-level domains? This comparison covers pricing, type, and availability to help choose the right domain extension.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Is This .irish 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.