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Welcome to our One Stop Shop for your own Top-Level Domain (TLD)
A top-level domain (TLD) is the extension of an Internet address – i.e. all characters after the last dot. Well-known examples are ".at" for Austria or ".com" for commercial.
Since 2012, new endings with generic terms such as ".club," city names such as ".tokyo," or brand names such as ".bmw" have been registered. This proves that a domain extension is far more than a technical detail: it is a powerful tool for brand identity, customer trust, and digital independence.
The advantages of your own domain extension
Owning your own top-level domain doesn’t just give you a web address – it puts your brand in the driver’s seat onlinein the online world.
- Maximum recognizability and uniqueness: your brand stands out at first glance
- Immediate clarity and trust: users know they’ve reached the genuine source
- A digital seal of approval that signals quality and authority
- A highly effective marketing instrument that strengthens campaigns and brand awareness
- Uncompromising security and data protection through the highest standards in administration and infrastructure
- Complete sovereignty over your namespace: you control all subdomains, protecting your brand terms and product names from misuse or hijacking
With your own TLD, your company moves from being a tenant in someone else’s namespace to being the owner of its own digital territory.
Don’t miss the opportunity: the next application for generic top-level domains starts in April 2026!
After more than 13 years, ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) is once again offering the chance to secure your own top-level domain in spring 2026. We have already successfully supported numerous applications such as “.hamburg“ and „.berlin“.
This short application window is your chance to secure a long-term digital advantage. Don’t just register a domain — own your domain. Let’s make it happen together!
Want to learn more?
Join our free webinar on 21st October, where you’ll gain first-hand insights into planning and applying for your own TLD (in German only).
Our services
Whether you want to apply for a new generic top-level domain and run your own registry, or modernize the technology behind an existing one — tldbox delivers consulting, software and registry services that help you fully own your digital identity.
tldbox consulting
Looking for a partner to help you secure your own top-level domain for your company or brand with ICANN?
Our roadmap for your TLD
We accompany you every step of the way: strategic consulting, application, implementation, and long-term operation.
tldbox registry services
Do you already operate a top-level domain and are looking for an experienced backend operator?
100% reliable technical service for your TLD
We guarantee stable and high-performance systems, that are available worldwide 24/7
100% reliable technical service for your TLD
We guarantee stable and high-performance systems, that are available worldwide 24/7
Who is behind tldbox?
tldbox is a sister company of nic.at, the Austrian registry for .at, .co.at, and .or.at domains. Since 1998, nic.at has set the standard for professionalism and reliability in operating the .at zone. By working with tldbox, you gain the expertise and proven infrastructure of nic.at, used successfully by numerous registries and registrants worldwide. We are the competence center for making your own TLD a success.
Decades of domain
industry
experience
Reliability backed by personal
points of contact
Fail-safe technical services powered by anycast technology
Transparent processes and pricing for maximum planning security
Strong international network and cutting-edge knowledge
ISO 27001 certified, fully GDPR and NIS2
compliant
Contact me for a non-binding consultation
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Fritz Diekmann
Business Development Manager new gTLD
I look forward to supporting you in securing your own top-level domain, guiding you through the application process, and ensuring your long-term technical success.
Frequently asked questions
What it the advantage of running ones own top-level domain?
Owning your own top-level domain transforms your Internet presence into a powerful brand asset. It is a digital seal of quality, a strong marketing tool, and a guarantee of trust. Instead of “company.com,” your address could be “company.brand” or “company.region” — explicit, memorable, and impossible to confuse. Your TLD becomes your digital flagship, strengthening recognition and positioning your business uniquely in the market.
What are the steps of the application process of ones own top-level domain?
The ICANN application process follows strict guidelines. Applicants must provide a sustainable business model, a technical concept, and proof of long-term viability. This ensures that every TLD is a serious, well-planned project — not just an idea, but a strategic investment.
What is the application deadline?
The next application phase begins in April 2026. The exact length is not yet confirmed, but it is expected to run for 12 to 15 weeks — until July or August 2026.
From what time on and how long is a top-level domain registered?
Once successfully registered, your top-level domain is yours indefinitely under contract with ICANN. You can transfer or delete it later if you choose — but its value as a long-term digital asset makes it worth keeping.
tldbox GmbH
Jakob-Haringer-Strasse 8/V
5020 Salzburg
Austria/Europe