.sharp Brand TLD
The .sharp TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by Sharp Corporation, used to consolidate and protect all official web properties related to the company and its authorized stakeholders. It was created under ICANN’s New gTLD Program to strengthen brand identity and control over digital assets.
Restricted to Sharp Corporation and companies listed on Sharp Corporation's asset securities reports. No individual registrations are permitted.
.sharp Domain Overview
The .sharp extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by GMO Registry. .sharp was introduced in 2015. There are currently 43 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .sharp is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .sharp?
The .sharp domain was applied for by Sharp Corporation and successfully delegated to the root zone on December 1, 2015, under ICANN’s New gTLD Program. It was designed to centralize Sharp’s global digital presence and prevent unauthorized use of its brand in domain names.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .sharp are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .sharp Used For?
The .sharp TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate website consolidation
Official product portals
Internal stakeholder web properties
Global digital identity management
How Many .sharp Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
43
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
How Does .sharp Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .sharp |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 43 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | GMO Registry |
| Introduced | 2015-12-01 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Sharp Corporation and companies listed on Sharp Corporation's asset securities reports. No individual registrations are permitted. |
How Available Are .sharp Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .sharp domains by character length. Currently 20 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
20
Peak Saturation
1.5%
2-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
Top Provider
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Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .sharp Domain?
Eligibility
Registrations are limited to Sharp Corporation and entities listed in Sharp Corporation’s official asset securities reports. Individuals and third parties are not eligible.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by GMO Registry. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .sharp 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 .sharp 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.