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The .observer TLD is a generic top-level domain originally proposed by Guardian News and Media Limited for use by The Observer newspaper and its associated digital services. It is now open for public registration and serves as a namespace for individuals, organizations, and businesses that wish to emphasize observation, analysis, journalism, or monitoring-related activities.
No restrictions; open for registration by any individual or organization
The .observer extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Fegistry, LLC. .observer was introduced in 2016. There are currently 3,043 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 9.78. DNSSEC adoption stands at 5.8%.
Price range based on 1 registrar. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .observer domain registration and renewal prices across 1 registrar. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun | $9.78 | $9.78 | $9.78 |
Prices checked April 12, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .observer domain was proposed by Guardian News and Media Limited in ICANN’s New gTLD Program in 2012 to strengthen The Observer's digital identity. It was delegated to Top Level Spectrum, Inc. in 2016, transferred to Dog Beach, LLC in 2021, and most recently to Fegistry, LLC in 2024. The TLD is now available for public registration and is operated using Tucows' registry infrastructure.
The .observer TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .observer TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
3,043
5.8%
If .observer doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .observer |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 3,043 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 5.8% |
| Registration Price | USD 9.78 |
| Renewal Price | USD 9.78 |
| Registry Operator | Fegistry, LLC |
| Introduced | 2016-09-15 |
| Restrictions | No restrictions; open for registration by any individual or organization |
Registration density analysis for .observer domains by character length. Currently 2,994 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
3.0K
Peak Saturation
7.4%
2-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
5.4%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 50 | 7.4% | |
| 3 chars | 212 | 1.2% | |
| 4 chars | 307 | 0.07% | |
| 5 chars | 934 | 0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 350 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 316 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 293 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 220 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 165 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 92 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 55 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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