.star Brand TLD
The .star TLD is a brand-specific domain operated by Star India Private Limited, primarily used to secure and streamline digital services tied to its media and entertainment brands such as Star Plus, Star Gold, and Star World.
Restricted to Star India Private Limited and authorized entities; not available for public registration.
.star Domain Overview
The .star extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Star India Private Limited. .star was introduced in 2015. There are currently 4 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 25.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .star is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .star?
The .star domain was approved under ICANN’s new gTLD program and delegated to Star India Private Limited on December 18, 2015. It was created to reinforce brand identity, improve online trust, and provide a secure namespace for Star’s global media ecosystem, which serves over 400 million weekly viewers across more than 100 countries.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .star are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .star Used For?
The .star TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate website portals
Media streaming services
Regional channel websites
Digital content authentication
How Many .star Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
4
DNSSEC Adoption
25.0%
How Does .star Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .star |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 4 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 25.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Star India Private Limited |
| Introduced | 2015-12-18 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Star India Private Limited and authorized entities; not available for public registration. |
How Available Are .star Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .star 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
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 chars | 2 | 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 .star Domain?
Eligibility
Not available for public use; restricted to Star India Private Limited and qualified subsidiaries and affiliates
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Star India Private Limited. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .star 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 .star 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 .star 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.