.youtube Brand TLD
The .youtube TLD is a brand-specific top-level domain operated by Charleston Road Registry Inc., a subsidiary of Google, designed exclusively to enhance the YouTube brand experience by providing select content creators with short, authoritative URLs linked directly to their YouTube channels.
Restricted to select YouTube channel partners approved by Google and YouTube; not available for public registration.
.youtube Domain Overview
The .youtube extension is a brand top-level domain in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Charleston Road Registry Inc.. .youtube was introduced in 2014. There are currently 51 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 2.0%.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .youtube is not publicly listed. Brand TLDs are typically restricted to the owning organization.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
What Is the History of .youtube?
The .youtube domain was proposed by Google under ICANN’s new gTLD program in 2011 to create a dedicated namespace for premium YouTube content creators. The application was confirmed in 2014, and the TLD was delegated to the DNS root zone on August 29, 2014. It is managed by Charleston Road Registry Inc., which operates exclusively under Google’s control.
Did you know?
Brand TLDs like .youtube are part of ICANN's New gTLD Program launched in 2012, which expanded the domain namespace beyond traditional TLDs.
What Is .youtube Used For?
The .youtube TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Brand verification for top YouTube creators
Shortened URLs for YouTube channels
Exclusive content portals
Enhancing trust via branded domains
How Many .youtube Domains Are Registered?
Total Registrations
51
DNSSEC Adoption
2.0%
How Does .youtube Compare?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .youtube |
| Type | Brand TLD |
| Total Registrations | 51 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 2.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Charleston Road Registry Inc. |
| Introduced | 2014-08-29 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to select YouTube channel partners approved by Google and YouTube; not available for public registration. |
How Available Are .youtube Domain Names?
Registration density analysis for .youtube domains by character length. Currently 22 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
22
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.0%
Top Provider
Google Domains
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 chars | 1 | 0.01% | |
| 4 chars | 4 | <0.01% | |
| 5 chars | 3 | <0.01% | |
| 6 chars | 4 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 2 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 2 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 2 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 3 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 1 | <0.01% |
Top DNS Providers
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →How Do I Register a .youtube Domain?
Eligibility
Only approved YouTube partners with verified channel status and high engagement metrics are eligible. No public registration is permitted.
Restricted TLD
This is a brand TLD exclusively controlled by Charleston Road Registry Inc.. It is not available for public registration.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .youtube 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 .youtube Data Compiled?
DNSChkr 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.
Use DNSChkr tools to inspect any .youtube domain: run a full DNS health check, check DNS propagation, look up WHOIS records, or verify email authentication.
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.