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The .watches TLD is a generic top-level domain designed for businesses, brands, and individuals involved in the watch industry, including manufacturers, retailers, repair services, and collectors. It offers a clear, segmented online space for watch-related content and commerce.
Open for registration by anyone; no geographic or industry restrictions enforced by the registry
The .watches extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Identity Digital Limited. .watches was introduced in 2015. There are currently 361 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 52.01 - 53.69. DNSSEC adoption stands at 6.9%.
Price range based on 2 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .watches domain registration and renewal prices across 2 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun Cheapest | $52.01 | $257.98 | $257.98 |
| dynadot | $53.69 | $267.72 | $267.72 |
Prices checked April 12, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .watches domain was originally applied for by Richemont DNS Inc. in ICANN's New gTLD Program and was delegated on November 12, 2015. It was initially delegated to Richemont DNS Inc., then transferred to Afilias Limited in March 2021, and is now operated by Identity Digital Limited. The domain was subject to an early warning from Australia's Governmental Advisory Committee due to concerns over exclusive use of a generic term, but the application proceeded after the submission of Public Interest Commitments.
The .watches TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .watches TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
361
6.9%
If .watches doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .watches |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 361 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 6.9% |
| Registration Price | USD 52.01 - 53.69 |
| Renewal Price | USD 257.98 - 267.72 |
| Registry Operator | Identity Digital Limited |
| Introduced | 2015-11-12 |
| Restrictions | Open for registration by anyone; no geographic or industry restrictions enforced by the registry |
Registration density analysis for .watches domains by character length. Currently 287 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
287
Peak Saturation
19.2%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
8.0%
Top Provider
NS1
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 5 | 19.2% | |
| 2 chars | 4 | 0.59% | |
| 3 chars | 22 | 0.13% | |
| 4 chars | 28 | 0.01% | |
| 5 chars | 29 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 43 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 42 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 33 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 22 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 22 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 16 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 21 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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The .watches TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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