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The .prof TLD is a generic top-level domain created for professionals and professional organizations. Introduced as part of ICANN's new gTLD program, it offers a dedicated space for individuals and businesses to identify themselves by profession, such as doctors, lawyers, engineers, educators, and consultants.
Open for registration by anyone; no geographic or professional verification required
The .prof extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Charleston Road Registry Inc.. .prof was introduced in 2014. There are currently 1,685 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 21.11 - 21.62. DNSSEC adoption stands at 9.5%.
Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .prof domain registration and renewal prices across 2 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun Cheapest | $21.11 | $21.11 | $21.11 |
| dynadot | $21.62 | $21.62 | $21.62 |
Prices checked April 12, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .prof domain was applied for by Google through its subsidiary Charleston Road Registry Inc. and received its Registry Agreement from ICANN on July 24, 2014. It was officially delegated to the DNS root zone on September 15, 2014, as part of ICANN’s New gTLD Program. The TLD was introduced to provide a clear, recognizable space for professionals to establish their online identity.
The .prof TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .prof TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
1,685
9.5%
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .prof |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 1,685 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 9.5% |
| Registration Price | USD 21.11 - 21.62 |
| Renewal Price | USD 21.11 - 21.62 |
| Registry Operator | Charleston Road Registry Inc. |
| Introduced | 2014-09-15 |
| Restrictions | Open for registration by anyone; no geographic or professional verification required |
Registration density analysis for .prof domains by character length. Currently 760 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
760
Peak Saturation
46.1%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
19.5%
Top Provider
Google Domains
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 12 | 46.1% | |
| 2 chars | 4 | 0.59% | |
| 3 chars | 31 | 0.18% | |
| 4 chars | 90 | 0.02% | |
| 5 chars | 110 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 127 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 95 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 96 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 60 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 59 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 43 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 33 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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The .prof TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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