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The .surf TLD is a generic top-level domain created for amateur and professional surfers, surf brands, and the broader surfing culture. It provides a dedicated space online for surf videos, surfing events, surf shops, and communities passionate about the sport and lifestyle.
Open for registration by anyone; no residency or eligibility requirements
The .surf extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Registry Services, LLC. .surf was introduced in 2014. There are currently 15,765 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 1.50 - 33.79. DNSSEC adoption stands at 24.3%.
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .surf domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| dynadot Cheapest | $1.50 | $26.97 | $26.97 |
| porkbun | $1.54 | $26.26 | $26.26 |
| resellerclub | $33.79 | $40.89 | $33.79 |
Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .surf domain was applied for by Top Level Domain Holdings Ltd. (TLDH) as part of ICANN's new gTLD program. A registry agreement was signed on January 9, 2014, and the domain was delegated to the DNS root zone on June 18, 2014. Ownership was transferred to Registry Services, LLC on September 14, 2021, with GoDaddy Registry providing technical operations.
The .surf TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .surf TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
15,765
24.3%
If .surf doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .surf |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 15,765 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 24.3% |
| Registration Price | USD 1.50 - 33.79 |
| Renewal Price | USD 26.26 - 40.89 |
| Registry Operator | Registry Services, LLC |
| Introduced | 2014-06-18 |
| Restrictions | Open for registration by anyone; no residency or eligibility requirements |
Registration density analysis for .surf domains by character length. Currently 11,430 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
11.4K
Peak Saturation
53.9%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
33.0%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 14 | 53.9% | |
| 2 chars | 124 | 18.3% | |
| 3 chars | 325 | 1.9% | |
| 4 chars | 944 | 0.21% | |
| 5 chars | 1,449 | 0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 1,933 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 1,182 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 1,163 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 914 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 2,749 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 408 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 225 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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The .surf TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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