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.locker Brand TLD

The .locker TLD is a brand-specific domain extension originally applied for by Dish DBS Corporation as part of ICANN's new gTLD program. It is intended for exclusive internal use by Dish and its affiliated companies to secure online assets related to their satellite TV, streaming, and customer service operations.

Registry:Orange Domains LLC
Introduced:2016-05-19
Updated:Apr 29, 2026
Restrictions:

Restricted to Dish DBS Corporation and its authorized affiliates; not open for public registration.

.locker Domain Overview

The .locker extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Orange Domains LLC. .locker was introduced in 2016. There are currently 8,840 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 10.81 - 10.92. DNSSEC adoption stands at 1.2%.

Registration Info

Registration Price:USD 10.81 - 10.92
Renewal Price:USD 31.41 - 32.32

Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.

Security Features

  • DNSSEC
  • CAA Record Support

Where to Register a .locker Domain — Price Comparison

Compare .locker domain registration and renewal prices across 2 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.

RegistrarRegistrationRenewalTransfer
porkbun
Cheapest
$10.81$31.41$31.41
dynadot$10.92$32.32$32.32

Prices checked May 27, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.

What Is the History of .locker?

The .locker domain was delegated to Dish DBS Corporation on May 25, 2016. It was transferred to Orange Domains LLC on January 23, 2024. The domain was proposed under ICANN's new gTLD program to support Dish Network's digital infrastructure and brand protection efforts.

Did you know?

Brand TLDs like .locker are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.

What Is .locker Used For?

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

Brand protection

Corporate web properties

Internal customer portals

Streaming service subdomains

Technical support domains

Not available

How Many .locker Domains Are Registered?

Total Registrations

8,840

DNSSEC Adoption

1.2%

How Does .locker Compare?

MetricValue
Extension.locker
TypeBrand TLD
Total Registrations8,840
DNSSEC Adoption1.2%
Registration PriceUSD 10.81 - 10.92
Renewal PriceUSD 31.41 - 32.32
Registry OperatorOrange Domains LLC
Introduced2016-05-19
RestrictionsRestricted to Dish DBS Corporation and its authorized affiliates; not open for public registration.

How Available Are .locker Domain Names?

Registration density analysis for .locker domains by character length. Currently 19,869 domains are registered across all lengths.

Total Registered

19.9K

Peak Saturation

1.7%

3-char names

DNSSEC Adoption

0.6%

Top Provider

Cloudflare

LengthRegistered% FullDensity
2 chars10.15%
3 chars3021.7%
4 chars7590.17%
5 chars15,4760.13%
6 chars1,756<0.01%
7 chars493<0.01%
8 chars360<0.01%
9 chars309<0.01%
10 chars190<0.01%
11 chars129<0.01%
12 chars94<0.01%

Top DNS Providers

Cloudflare763Namecheap474GoDaddy368Hover171Vercel40

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

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How Do I Register a .locker Domain?

Eligibility

Restricted to Dish DBS Corporation and authorized subsidiaries or affiliates; no public registration.

Restricted TLD

This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Orange Domains LLC. It is not available for public registration.

Registration Process

  1. Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .locker 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 10.81 - 10.92)
  5. Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel

Frequently Asked Questions

How Is This .locker 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 .locker 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.