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.BLOCKBUSTER Domain
A brand top-level domain (TLD) owned by Dish DBS Corporation, representing the former video rental company Blockbuster LLC.
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
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Registration Requirements:
Registration is restricted to Dish DBS Corporation and its affiliates.
Additional Information
A brand TLD is a top-level domain that represents a specific company or brand. It is typically used for the brand's official online presence and related services.
Blockbuster was once a dominant video rental company before the rise of streaming services. The brand TLD was acquired as part of Dish Network's purchase of Blockbuster's assets in 2011.
Frequently Asked Questions
A brand top-level domain (TLD) owned by Dish DBS Corporation, representing the former video rental company Blockbuster LLC. The .BLOCKBUSTER TLD is managed by Dish DBS Corporation and was introduced in 2016.
Registration for .BLOCKBUSTER domains has the following restrictions: Registration is restricted to Dish DBS Corporation and its affiliates.
Pricing for .BLOCKBUSTER domains varies by registrar. Contact your preferred domain registrar for current pricing information and any promotional offers.
WHOIS information for .BLOCKBUSTER domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.blockbuster. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.identitydigital.services/rdap/ for more structured data access.
Many accredited domain registrars support .BLOCKBUSTER domain registration. Contact your preferred registrar to confirm availability and pricing.
The .BLOCKBUSTER domain is a well-established Brand TLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.