Comprehensive information about all top-level domains (TLDs) including generic, country code, and brand-specific domains.
Showing 12 of 2000 TLDs ( 2000 total)
The .pay TLD is a generic top-level domain operated by Amazon Registry Services, Inc. It is designed to support payment-related services, financial transactions, and digital commerce platforms. While it is open for registration, it is primarily used by businesses in the fintech and online payment sectors.
No geographic or residency restrictions; open for public registration
The .pay extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Amazon Registry Services, Inc.. .pay was introduced in 2016. There are currently 5 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 20.0%.
Registration pricing for .pay is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
The .pay domain was applied for by Amazon Registry Services, Inc. under ICANN's new gTLD program. Its delegation to Amazon was officially recorded on July 21, 2016. The application from DOTPAY SA was initially rejected for failing financial evaluation criteria but later passed extended evaluation; however, Amazon was ultimately selected as the registry operator.
The .pay TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .pay TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
5
20.0%
If .pay doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .pay |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 5 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 20.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Amazon Registry Services, Inc. |
| Introduced | 2016-07-21 |
| Restrictions | No geographic or residency restrictions; open for public registration |
Registration density analysis for .pay domains by character length. Currently 1 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
1
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
100.0%
Top Provider
—
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 chars | 1 | 0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →No special requirements; open to individuals and organizations globally
The .pay TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
How does .pay compare to similar top-level domains? This comparison covers pricing, type, and availability to help choose the right domain extension.
View the full TLD Directory to browse all 1,900+ top-level domains with pricing, registration density analysis, and DNSSEC adoption rates.
DNSChkr 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.
Domain registration counts and density analysis are computed daily from TLD zone files, providing accurate registration statistics rather than estimates.
DNSSEC deployment percentages are measured by scanning actual DNS records across all registered domains in each TLD zone.
Registration, renewal, and transfer prices are checked hourly across multiple accredited registrars and compared automatically.
DNS provider distribution is calculated from nameserver records, showing which hosting providers serve the most domains in each TLD.
Use DNSChkr tools to inspect any .pay 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.