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.ANDROID Domain
A brand top-level domain (TLD) owned by Google LLC, primarily used for Android-related websites and services.
About Brand TLDs
Brand TLDs (also called Brand gTLDs or Dot Brands) are top-level domain extensions that are owned and operated exclusively by specific companies or organizations for their own use.
Key characteristics:
- Registration is restricted to the brand owner and authorized entities
- Not available for public purchase or registration
- Used for brand protection, marketing, and internal operations
- Provides complete control over the namespace
- Examples include .google, .apple, .amazon, .bmw
Registry & Technical Information
Registry Information
Technical Details
Launch Dates & Availability
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Registration Requirements:
Registration is restricted to Google LLC and its affiliates for Android-related purposes.
Additional Information
A brand TLD is a top-level domain that represents a specific company or brand. It is typically used for official websites, services, and marketing purposes related to that brand.
The .android TLD was part of Google's initiative to secure brand-specific domains for its various products and services.It was applied for during ICANN's new gTLD program in 2012 and delegated in 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions
A brand top-level domain (TLD) owned by Google LLC, primarily used for Android-related websites and services. The .ANDROID TLD is managed by Google Registry and was introduced in 2014.
Registration for .ANDROID domains has the following restrictions: Registration is restricted to Google LLC and its affiliates for Android-related purposes.
Pricing for .ANDROID domains varies by registrar. Contact your preferred domain registrar for current pricing information and any promotional offers.
WHOIS information for .ANDROID domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.google. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.googleregistry.com/v1/ for more structured data access.
Many accredited domain registrars support .ANDROID domain registration. Contact your preferred registrar to confirm availability and pricing.
The .ANDROID domain is a well-established Brand TLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.