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The .rest TLD is a generic top-level domain created specifically for restaurants and related businesses. It was designed to offer an intuitive, globally recognized namespace for restaurants, food bloggers, chefs, delivery services, and other hospitality-related entities. The name 'rest' is derived from the word 'restaurant' and is recognized in over 20 languages, making it accessible and meaningful across cultures. It helps consumers easily identify and locate restaurant-related websites, while also giving businesses a clear, branded online identity without competing for scarce names in crowded TLDs like .com.
Open for registration by anyone; no industry-specific restrictions
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
The .rest domain was applied for by Punto 2012 Sociedad Anonima Promotora de Inversion de Capital Variable as part of ICANN’s new gTLD program. The application was approved, and the Registry Agreement was signed on December 20, 2013. It was officially delegated to the DNS root zone on April 2, 2014. CentralNic serves as the backend registry operator, providing technical infrastructure and registry services. The domain was launched to serve the global restaurant industry by offering affordable, descriptive, and intuitive domain names that were becoming increasingly hard to secure under traditional TLDs.
The .rest TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .rest TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
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No restrictions — open to any individual or organization worldwide
The .rest TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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.