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The .tools TLD is a generic top-level domain designed for businesses, developers, and individuals offering software, utilities, or services that help users accomplish tasks. It is open for registration by anyone and is commonly used by tech companies, SaaS platforms, and online utility providers.
Open for public registration; no restrictions on registrant type or location
The .tools extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Identity Digital Inc.. .tools was introduced in 2014. There are currently 29,361 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 9.78 - 32.66. DNSSEC adoption stands at 7.5%.
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .tools domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun Cheapest | $9.78 | $29.35 | $29.35 |
| dynadot | $9.85 | $30.18 | $30.18 |
| resellerclub | $32.66 | $39.04 | $32.66 |
Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .tools domain was applied for by Pioneer North, LLC (a Donuts entity) under ICANN’s new gTLD program. The application was approved, and the registry agreement was signed on November 21, 2013. It was officially delegated to the DNS root zone on January 23, 2014. In 2018, the management of .tools was transferred to Identity Digital Inc. after Donuts’ assets were acquired.
The .tools TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .tools TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
29,361
7.5%
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .tools |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 29,361 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 7.5% |
| Registration Price | USD 9.78 - 32.66 |
| Renewal Price | USD 29.35 - 39.04 |
| Registry Operator | Identity Digital Inc. |
| Introduced | 2014-01-23 |
| Restrictions | Open for public registration; no restrictions on registrant type or location |
Registration density analysis for .tools domains by character length. Currently 25,264 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
25.3K
Peak Saturation
96.2%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
8.2%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 25 | 96.2% | |
| 2 chars | 351 | 51.9% | |
| 3 chars | 2,866 | 16.3% | |
| 4 chars | 3,074 | 0.67% | |
| 5 chars | 3,280 | 0.03% | |
| 6 chars | 3,432 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 3,213 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 2,963 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 2,361 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1,810 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 1,122 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 767 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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