.prod Brand TLD
The .prod TLD is a brand-specific domain operated by Google through Charleston Road Registry Inc. It was created to provide a dedicated, branded namespace for Google’s products and services, helping users recognize official Google product sites.
Restricted to Google and its authorized product teams; not open for public registration.
.prod Domain Overview
The .prod extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Charleston Road Registry Inc.. .prod was introduced in 2014. There are currently 5 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .prod is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .prod?
The .prod domain was applied for under ICANN’s New gTLD Program by Google. It received its registry agreement on January 23, 2014, and was formally delegated to the DNS root zone on August 29, 2014. The domain was designed exclusively for internal use by Google to organize and brand its vast portfolio of products, such as those under development or in production.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .prod are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .prod Used For?
The .prod TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Product branding
Internal product documentation
Beta and staging sites
Official product landing pages
Domain-based product categorization
How Many .prod Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
5
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
Alternative TLDs
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How Does .prod Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .prod |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 5 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Charleston Road Registry Inc. |
| Introduced | 2014-08-29 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Google and its authorized product teams; not open for public registration. |
How Available Are .prod Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .prod domains by character length. Currently 2 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
2
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
Top Provider
Google Cloud DNS
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .prod Domain?
Eligibility
Not available for public use; restricted to Google and its authorized product teams.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Charleston Road Registry Inc.. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .prod domains
- Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
- Complete the registration process and provide required information
- Pay the registration fee (typically )
- Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .prod Data Compiled?
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.
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.