.pro domain extension

Sponsored by Identity Digital Limited · ASCII .pro

Registered domains Updated 10 Jun 2026 · Source: Identity Digital stats 2026

80,000

Domains

#161

Worldwide rank

0.02%

Of TLD census

425M

Census universe

.pro holds 80,000 registered domain names. That makes it the 161st largest TLD by domain count and 0.02% of the global TLD census of 424,986,374 domains we track. By any reasonable measure that is a niche TLD.

Either side of .pro on the league table: .guru sits one place above with 80,076 domains, and .hair sits one place below with 79,774.

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About .pro

.pro is a generic restricted top level domain designed for professionals. It is sponsored by Identity Digital Limited. The TLD was originally intended for licensed professionals such as doctors, lawyers, and accountants. Registration is handled through ICANN accredited registrars. While the domain started with strict eligibility rules, it has evolved over time. Today, .pro remains a restricted space but is open to a broader range of professionals and businesses. The domain is managed under ICANN's registrar system, and you can register a .pro name through any accredited registrar.

History

The .pro TLD was established in 2002. In 2019, the domain was transferred to Afilias Limited. The current sponsor is Identity Digital Limited.

Eligibility & restrictions

Generic restricted TLD originally for licensed professionals; eligibility requirements may apply.

Technical record Source: IANA

ASCII TLD: .pro
Display TLD: .pro
Type: GENERIC-RESTRICTED
Sponsor: Identity Digital Limited

At a glance

Display: .pro
Type: GENERIC-RESTRICTED
Sponsor: Identity Digital Limited
IANA record: IANA root zone DB ›

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