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.MERCKMSD Domain
A brand top-level domain (TLD) owned and operated by Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., for its exclusive use in its online presence and digital strategy.
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 is restricted to Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. and its affiliates.
Additional Information
A brand TLD is a top-level domain that represents a specific company or brand. It is used exclusively by the brand owner for their online presence and is not available for public registration.
MERCKMSD is part of a broader trend of pharmaceutical companies securing their own brand TLDs to enhance their digital presence and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
A brand top-level domain (TLD) owned and operated by Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., for its exclusive use in its online presence and digital strategy. The .MERCKMSD TLD is managed by Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. and was introduced in 2016.
Registration for .MERCKMSD domains has the following restrictions: Registration is restricted to Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. and its affiliates.
Pricing for .MERCKMSD domains varies by registrar. Contact your preferred domain registrar for current pricing information and any promotional offers.
WHOIS information for .MERCKMSD domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.nic.merckmsd. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.nominet.uk/merckmsd/ for more structured data access.
Many accredited domain registrars support .MERCKMSD domain registration. Contact your preferred registrar to confirm availability and pricing.
The .MERCKMSD domain is a well-established Brand TLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.