.walter Brand TLD
Walter
The .walter TLD is a branded domain operated by Sandvik AB to protect and promote the Walter brand, a leading manufacturer of precision tooling for metal machining. It provides a trusted online space for Walter’s products, services, and global customers.
Restricted to Sandvik AB, Walter AG, and authorized affiliates and partners
.walter Domain Overview
The .walter extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Sandvik AB. .walter was introduced in 2015. There are currently 30 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 3.3%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .walter is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .walter?
The .walter domain was applied for by Sandvik AB under ICANN’s new gTLD program and delegated to the root zone on May 13, 2015. It became operational on May 27, 2015. The purpose is to enhance brand authenticity and reduce user confusion by providing a controlled namespace exclusively for Walter-branded entities.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .walter are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .walter Used For?
The .walter TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand protection
Corporate product pages
Marketing campaigns
Customer portals
Global service localization
Popular Websites
How Many .walter Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
30
DNSSEC Adoption
3.3%
How Does .walter Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .walter |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 30 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 3.3% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Sandvik AB |
| Introduced | 2015-05-27 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to Sandvik AB, Walter AG, and authorized affiliates and partners |
How Available Are .walter Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .walter domains by character length. Currently 20 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
20
Peak Saturation
0.30%
2-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
5.0%
Top Provider
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| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 chars | 2 | 0.30% | |
| 3 chars | 3 | 0.02% | |
| 4 chars | 2 | <0.01% | |
| 5 chars | 2 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 3 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 1 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 3 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 3 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .walter Domain?
Eligibility
Not available for public use; reserved for Sandvik AB, Walter AG, and their authorized affiliates and business partners
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Sandvik AB. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .walter 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 .walter 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.
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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.