.sky Brand TLD
Sky
The .sky TLD is a brand-specific domain operated by Sky UK Limited, designed to create a trusted and secure online space for the Sky brand, its services, and authorized affiliates. It supports brand protection, marketing clarity, and customer trust by limiting registration to official Sky entities.
Restricted to Sky UK Limited and its authorized affiliates, subsidiaries, and licensees; not available for public registration.
.sky Domain Overview
The .sky extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Sky UK Limited. .sky was introduced in 2014. There are currently 150 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.7%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .sky is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .sky?
The .sky domain was delegated to Sky IP International Ltd in December 2014 under ICANN’s New gTLD Program. On November 25, 2024, administration was transferred to Sky UK Limited. It was proposed as a closed, brand-controlled namespace to centralize Sky’s digital identity across global markets, with plans to use geographic and internationalized domain names for localized services.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .sky are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .sky Used For?
The .sky TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate websites
Marketing campaigns
Localized customer portals
Media and entertainment portals
Affiliate and licensee hubs
How Many .sky Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
150
DNSSEC Adoption
0.7%
How Does .sky Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .sky |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 150 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.7% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Sky UK Limited |
| Introduced | 2014-12-12 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Sky UK Limited and its authorized affiliates, subsidiaries, and licensees; not available for public registration. |
How Available Are .sky Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .sky domains by character length. Currently 119 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
119
Peak Saturation
3.9%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.8%
Top Provider
UltraDNS
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 1 | 3.9% | |
| 2 chars | 8 | 1.2% | |
| 3 chars | 18 | 0.10% | |
| 4 chars | 13 | <0.01% | |
| 5 chars | 10 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 14 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 11 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 16 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 10 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 7 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 8 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 3 | <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 .sky Domain?
Eligibility
Registration is restricted to Sky UK Limited and its authorized affiliates, subsidiaries, or licensees. No public registration is permitted.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Sky UK Limited. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .sky 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 .sky 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 .sky 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.