.reit gTLD
The .reit top-level domain is a community-focused TLD reserved exclusively for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), which are companies that own and manage income-producing commercial real estate. Created under ICANN’s new gTLD program, it serves as a trusted namespace for legitimate REITs worldwide, helping to authenticate real estate entities online and reduce fraud or impersonation.
Restricted to official Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) as recognized by national laws where REITs are legally established.
.reit Domain Overview
The .reit extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by CentralNic. .reit was introduced in 2014. There are currently 81 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .reit is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .reit?
The .reit domain was applied for by the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts, Inc. (NAREIT) and signed a Registry Agreement with ICANN on September 4, 2014. It was officially delegated to the DNS root zone on November 12, 2014. CentralNic was appointed as the backend registry provider to manage technical operations and registrar accreditation.
Did you know?
The .reit TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .reit Used For?
The .reit TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Official REIT corporate websites
Real estate investment portals
Investor relations platforms
Regulatory compliance and identity verification
Domain-based authentication for property funds
How Many .reit Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
81
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
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How Does .reit Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .reit |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 81 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | CentralNic |
| Introduced | 2014-11-12 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to official Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) as recognized by national laws where REITs are legally established. |
How Available Are .reit Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .reit domains by character length. Currently 69 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
69
Peak Saturation
0.13%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
Top Provider
Gandi
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 chars | 22 | 0.13% | |
| 4 chars | 7 | <0.01% | |
| 5 chars | 6 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 5 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 2 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 6 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 7 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 4 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 6 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 4 | <0.01% |
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .reit Domain?
Eligibility
Registrants must be legally recognized Real Estate Investment Trusts under applicable national regulations. Proof of status is required, typically via regulatory documentation or official REIT designation by a government authority.
Open Registration
The .reit TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .reit 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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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.