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What is a Top-Level Domain (TLD)?
A Top-Level Domain (TLD) is the last part of a domain name, appearing after the final dot. In the domain yourdomain.com, the TLD is .com. In mybusiness.co.uk, the TLD is .uk (with .co being a second-level domain).
Types of TLDs
- Generic TLDs (gTLDs): The most common type, including .com, .net, .org, .info, .biz, and newer ones like .io, .tech, .store, .online, .app, and hundreds more
- Country Code TLDs (ccTLDs): Two-letter codes assigned to specific countries, such as .us (United States), .uk (United Kingdom), .de (Germany), .ca (Canada), .au (Australia)
- Sponsored TLDs: Restricted to specific organizations or communities, such as .edu (education), .gov (government), .mil (military)
Which TLD Should You Choose?
.com remains the most recognized and trusted TLD for businesses and is generally the best choice if it is available. If your desired .com is taken, .net and .org are solid alternatives. Country-code TLDs are a good option if your business serves a specific country. Newer TLDs like .io and .tech have become popular in the technology industry.
You can register domain names with many different TLDs through your client area or during the hosting signup process.
