.sas Brand TLD
The .sas TLD is a brand-specific domain reserved exclusively for SAS Institute Inc., a leading provider of analytics software and services. It was allocated through ICANN's new gTLD program to protect and extend SAS's digital identity.
Restricted to SAS Institute Inc. and its authorized affiliates; not open for public registration.
.sas Domain Overview
The .sas extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Research IP LLC (a wholly owned subsidiary of SAS Institute Inc.). .sas was introduced in 2015. There are currently 6 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 16.7%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .sas is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .sas?
The .sas domain was applied for by two parties: SAS Institute Inc. and Scandinavian Airlines System Group. After a private auction in November 2014, Research IP LLC — a subsidiary of SAS Institute — won the rights. The domain was delegated to the root zone on December 18, 2015, and is used internally for SAS's digital ecosystem.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .sas are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .sas Used For?
The .sas TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate web properties
Analytics platform portals
Employee intranets
Software license portals
How Many .sas Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
6
DNSSEC Adoption
16.7%
How Does .sas Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .sas |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 6 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 16.7% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Research IP LLC (a wholly owned subsidiary of SAS Institute Inc.) |
| Introduced | 2015-12-18 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to SAS Institute Inc. and its authorized affiliates; not open for public registration. |
How Available Are .sas Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .sas domains by character length. Currently 2 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
2
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
50.0%
Top Provider
Amazon Route 53
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .sas Domain?
Eligibility
Not available for public use; restricted to SAS Institute Inc. and qualified authorized entities only
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Research IP LLC (a wholly owned subsidiary of SAS Institute Inc.). It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .sas 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
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .sas Data Compiled?
DNS Checker 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.
Use DNS Checker tools to inspect any .sas domain: run a full DNS health check, check DNS propagation, look up WHOIS records, or verify email authentication.
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.