Launch Your New gTLD with Our Expert Consulting

A new application window is opening for New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLDs) in 2026. For yours to prosper, it needs the right care and attention. We’ve helped over 20 million domains do just that.

 

ICANN’s next round is your moment to lead. Make it count with CentralNic Registry’s expert new gTLD Consulting. Explore how we make a difference.

Your New Business Opportunity Awaits with gTLD Consulting

In the 2012 round, ICANN received nearly 2,000 applications, and over 1,200 new gTLDs were successfully delegated[1]. The next ICANN application window is fast approaching, and it may not open again for another decade. Whether you’re a brand owner, registry operator, or nonprofit, CentralNic Registry is the ideal full-service new gTLD consultant to guide you from application to global success. 
 

Grow Your Revenue with Global Reach

Distribute your gTLD through our network of 1,500+ registrars and reach buyers in every corner of the world. Our experts will help you craft a go-to-market strategy that drives adoption and long-term value.

Make Your gTLD a Key Part of Your Defense

Forge a zero-abuse namespace with your gTLD. Because not can you set your own TLD-level security protocols, if only you can use your gTLD then you’re virtually immune to phishing and lookalike domains.

Let Your gTLD Flourish with World-Class Support

With CentralNic Registry, your gTLD is backed by the infrastructure powering 20M+ domains. We deliver the security, scalability, and strategic insight to help your namespace thrive, both today and long into the future.

 

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Tailored New gTLD Consulting for Your Vision

  • Protect and Elevate Your Brand
  • Launch a dotBrand TLD to reinforce trust, authenticity & security
  • Establish a secure, closed, policy-controlled namespace
  • Reduce phishing, impersonation & supply-chain risk
  • Create trusted domains for AI agents, APIs, IoT & internal systems
  • Get expert guidance from application to launch & operation
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  • Scale with Confidence
  • Tap into a global network of 1,500+ registrars
  • Rely on infrastructure trusted by 20M+ domains
  • Meet evolving compliance, DNS abuse & policy requirements
  • Build a go-to-market strategy for long-term growth & security
  • Work with experts who understand registry realities
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  • Bring Your Idea to Life
  • Launch a gTLD for your cause, community or industry
  • Create a trusted namespace for members, partners or platforms
  • Stand out with a unique and authoritative digital identity
  • Monetize through domain sales, licensing or services
  • Build relevance in the emerging trust economy
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Why gTLDs and dotBrands Matter for Security and AI

As the internet evolves, trust is no longer just for humans, it’s also for bots, APIs, autonomous agents, and machine-to-machine interactions. 

dotBrand or tightly governed gTLD creates a cryptographic and policy-based trust anchor that CISOs increasingly rely on to reduce risk and attack surface. 

 

For CISOs and Security Leaders, a dotBrand enables:

  • Implicit trust signals for users, applications and AI systems
  • Reduced phishing & spoofing risk through closed registration policies
  • Clear, machine-readable provenance for APIs, endpoints, and AI agents
  • Stronger Zero Trust architecture, where identity starts at the DNS layer
  • Future-ready compliance as regulators and platforms prioritize verified namespaces

Secure Your Digital Real Estate Before It’s Gone

The next ICANN application window for new gTLDs is expected to open in April 2026 and will remain open for just 12 to 15 weeks[2]. This rare opportunity may not return for another decade, making early preparation essential.

Owning a gTLD is more than a technical achievement; it’s a strategic investment. It gives you:

  • Complete control over your namespace, including who can register domains and how they’re used.
  • Brand authority and trust, especially for dotBrand TLDs that signal authenticity and security to users.
  • Long-term revenue potential, whether through domain sales, licensing, or brand value enhancement.

Applying for a gTLD requires financial readiness, including an evaluation fee of $227,000[3], and a clear vision for your gTLD’s purpose and governance. With timelines already in motion, early planning is essential.

With CentralNic Registry helping you with new gTLD consulting, you gain a trusted partner who supports you at every stage, from the application process to launch and beyond.

gTLDs like .actor, .bio, and .tech began with a single application and a clear vision. Yours could be the next powerful asset that builds brand equity, community, and revenue for years to come.

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We grow gTLDs  

Explore how we support gTLDs at every stage: from application and launch to growth and renewal.

 

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