.com domains

The default home of commercial brands

Launched in 1985, .com is still the extension most people type by habit. That instant recognition is why short and dictionary .com names command the highest prices on the aftermarket.

Who can register?

Open to anyone, anywhere — no residency or business requirements.

Registry: Verisign

Best for

  • Global consumer brands
  • Startups planning to scale
  • Any business that relies on word-of-mouth

Finding a good .com name

Most short words are long gone, so look at two-word combinations, invented brandables and five-to-seven-letter pronounceable names.

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