.dot
generic
.dot is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) sponsored by Dish DBS Corporation, a U.S. satellite television provider. The domain is intended for use by Dish and its affiliates, primarily to support the company's branding and digital services. There are no broad public eligibility restrictions, but registration is managed through Dish's registry services. The .dot TLD was delegated to Dish DBS Corporation in May 2016, with the registration date recorded as April 21, 2016. It is one of several branded gTLDs operated by large corporations to control their online identity.
Eligibility and restrictions
Registration is managed by Dish DBS Corporation; no broad public eligibility restrictions are specified.
At a glance
- ASCII TLD
- .dot
- Type
- generic
- Sponsoring organisation
- Dish DBS Corporation
- IANA record
- IANA root zone DB