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The .zone TLD is a generic top-level domain introduced as part of ICANN's new gTLD program. It was designed to offer a flexible, open namespace for websites, services, and organizations seeking a modern, tech-oriented domain extension. Unlike restrictive TLDs, .zone is available for registration by anyone without pre-registration barriers.
Open to anyone; no geographic or eligibility restrictions
The .zone extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Donuts (Outer Falls, LLC). .zone was introduced in 2014. There are currently 56,785 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 8.24 - 35.19. DNSSEC adoption stands at 3.7%.
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .zone domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun Cheapest | $8.24 | $31.41 | $31.41 |
| dynadot | $8.24 | $32.21 | $32.21 |
| resellerclub | $35.19 | $42.89 | $35.19 |
Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .zone domain was applied for by Outer Falls, LLC, a subsidiary of Donuts, and successfully passed ICANN’s evaluation process. A legal rights objection from AutoZone Parts, Inc. was filed but later withdrawn. The domain was delegated to the DNS root zone on January 14, 2014. On March 23, 2018, responsibility for .zone was transferred from Outer Falls, LLC to Identity Digital Inc. as part of a bulk transfer of 195 gTLDs managed by Donuts.
The .zone TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .zone TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
56,785
3.7%
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .zone |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 56,785 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 3.7% |
| Registration Price | USD 8.24 - 35.19 |
| Renewal Price | USD 31.41 - 42.89 |
| Registry Operator | Donuts (Outer Falls, LLC) |
| Introduced | 2014-01-09 |
| Restrictions | Open to anyone; no geographic or eligibility restrictions |
Registration density analysis for .zone domains by character length. Currently 29,631 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
29.6K
Peak Saturation
84.6%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
6.8%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 22 | 84.6% | |
| 2 chars | 359 | 53.1% | |
| 3 chars | 3,620 | 20.6% | |
| 4 chars | 3,943 | 0.86% | |
| 5 chars | 5,201 | 0.04% | |
| 6 chars | 4,141 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 3,627 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 3,082 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 2,195 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1,586 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 1,095 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 760 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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