.taobao Brand TLD
Taobao
The .taobao TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by Alibaba Group Holding Limited. It was created to protect and reinforce the Taobao brand, which runs China’s largest online retail platform, offering a trusted digital space for Alibaba’s ecosystem of services, subsidiaries, and partners.
Restricted to Alibaba Group and its authorized affiliates; not available for public registration
.taobao Domain Overview
The .taobao extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Alibaba Group Holding Limited. .taobao was introduced in 2016. There are currently 3 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 33.3%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .taobao is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
What Is the History of .taobao?
The .taobao domain was approved under ICANN’s new gTLD program and officially delegated to Alibaba Group on January 19, 2016. It was developed primarily to safeguard the Taobao brand, which powers China’s leading B2C and C2C e-commerce platform. The TLD was initially planned as a single registrant domain, meaning only Alibaba and its direct affiliates can register names within it. It follows the launch of other Alibaba-owned TLDs like .alibaba and .tmall.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .taobao are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .taobao Used For?
The .taobao TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate web portals
E-commerce platform branding
Affiliate service domains
Secure customer-facing services
How Many .taobao Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
3
DNSSEC Adoption
33.3%
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How Does .taobao Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .taobao |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 3 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 33.3% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Alibaba Group Holding Limited |
| Introduced | 2016-01-19 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Alibaba Group and its authorized affiliates; not available for public registration |
How Available Are .taobao Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .taobao domains by character length. Currently 1 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
1
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
100.0%
Top Provider
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| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 chars | 1 | 0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .taobao Domain?
Eligibility
Only Alibaba Group and its authorized affiliates may register domain names under .taobao. No public registration is permitted.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Alibaba Group Holding Limited. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .taobao 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
.taobao vs Related Domain Extensions
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .taobao Data Compiled?
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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.