.sport gTLD
The .sport TLD is a generic top-level domain created for the global sports community. It is intended for use by recognized sports federations, event organizers, promoters, and supporters of organized sport. While open to a defined community, it is not restricted to commercial entities only and serves as an official digital identifier for organizations linked to international sports.
Registrants must be recognized performers, organizers, promoters, or supporters of federated sport, or belong to categories approved by the .sport Policy Advisory Board (PAB).
.sport Domain Overview
The .sport extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by SportAccord. .sport was introduced in 2018. There are currently 19,419 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.6%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .sport is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .sport?
The .sport domain was delegated to the Global Association of International Sports Federations (GAISF) on January 8, 2018, and transferred to SportAccord on July 14, 2023. It was awarded following a Community Objection filed by SportAccord against Famous Four Media and a successful String Confusion Objection against .sports, confirming SportAccord as the sole authorised sponsor for this gTLD under ICANN’s new gTLD program.
Did you know?
The .sport TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .sport Used For?
The .sport TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
International sports federations
Olympic event organizers
Sports promotions and campaigns
Athlete and coaching associations
Sports media and journalism platforms
Fan communities and supporter clubs
How Many .sport Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
19,419
DNSSEC Adoption
0.6%
How Does .sport Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .sport |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 19,419 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.6% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | SportAccord |
| Introduced | 2018-01-05 |
| Restrictions | Registrants must be recognized performers, organizers, promoters, or supporters of federated sport, or belong to categories approved by the .sport Policy Advisory Board (PAB). |
How Available Are .sport Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .sport domains by character length. Currently 3,427 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
3.4K
Peak Saturation
11.5%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
2.8%
Top Provider
Gandi
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 3 | 11.5% | |
| 2 chars | 2 | 0.30% | |
| 3 chars | 165 | 0.94% | |
| 4 chars | 219 | 0.05% | |
| 5 chars | 201 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 228 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 318 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 334 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 357 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 462 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 575 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 563 | <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 .sport Domain?
Eligibility
Applicant must be a recognized performer, organizer, promoter, or supporter of federated sport, or fall under a category approved by the .sport Policy Advisory Board. Documentation of affiliation with an international sports federation is required.
Open Registration
The .sport TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .sport 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
.sport vs Related Domain Extensions
How does .sport compare to similar top-level domains? This comparison covers pricing, type, and availability to help choose the right domain extension.
View the full TLD Directory to browse all 1,900+ top-level domains with pricing, registration density analysis, and DNSSEC adoption rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .sport 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 .sport 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.