.open
genericAmerican Express .open Top-Level Domain
The .open domain is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) sponsored by American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. It was designed for the American Express brand and its partners, though the registry does not enforce strict eligibility checks at registration. The domain is operated with technical backend support from GoDaddy Registry. While .open evokes concepts of access and transparency, its actual use is primarily tied to corporate branding and marketing. The record shows American Express, based in New York, is the sponsoring organization. The domain was delegated in August 2016 and its registration date is July 21, 2016. As a branded TLD, it is not open for general public registration, but specific use cases are available through the sponsor.
Eligibility and restrictions
Registration is restricted. Only American Express and authorized entities may register .open domains. General public registrations are not accepted.
At a glance
- ASCII TLD
- .open
- Type
- generic
- Sponsoring organisation
- American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
- IANA record
- IANA root zone DB