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The .ping TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by Karsten Manufacturing Corporation, the maker of Ping golf equipment. It was created under ICANN’s new gTLD program to strengthen brand control and online identity for Ping’s products and services.
Restricted to Karsten Manufacturing Corporation and its authorized affiliates
Registration pricing for .ping is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
The .ping domain was applied for by Karsten Manufacturing Corporation and successfully delegated to the root zone on October 29, 2015, following ICANN’s new gTLD program. The application faced contention from Radix (DotPing Inc.), which also applied for .ping. Karsten filed legal objections arguing that Radix’s parent company, Directi, had a history of UDRP disputes through its privacy service PrivacyProtect.org. Despite the challenge, Karsten’s application prevailed due to its established brand presence in golf equipment.
Brand TLDs like .ping are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
The .ping TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
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Not available for public use; restricted to Karsten Manufacturing Corporation and its authorized subsidiaries and affiliates
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Ping Registry Provider, Inc. (Karsten Manufacturing Corporation). It is not available for public registration.
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 I strive for accuracy, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.