Published: 20.10.2026
The .cleaning zone is a generic extension for everything connected with cleaning, from domestic help and office care to end-of-tenancy and post-construction work. A cleaning business that puts its trade in the address gives customers a clear idea of what it does before they read a single line. Companies, sole traders and cooperatives all use names of this kind to describe their work. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .cleaning is still available.
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A short history
Keeping homes, workplaces and public buildings clean has always been part of daily life. In many places it is now a large service sector, with its own equipment, products and standards. Cleaning firms range from one person with a van to teams that look after hospitals, schools and office blocks. The .cleaning extension is a generic ending that is not linked to any country, and it lets all of these businesses state their trade in one word.
Who runs it
The zone is operated by a registry operator that publishes its registration policy and maintains the database of names. Registrars sell names to customers and pass orders to the registry. Read the current policy when you order, because the rules on holders and acceptable use can be updated over time.
Rules in practice
- Open registration: the zone is generic, so most businesses and individuals can register, subject to the operator's terms.
- Business details: enter the trading name and the legal entity exactly as they appear in your official records.
- Characters: letters, digits and hyphens are allowed, up to 63 characters per label.
- Renewal: keep the expiry date where the office manager can see it, so the booking page does not go offline.
Who uses .cleaning
- Domestic cleaners and agencies that take bookings for regular homes and one-off jobs.
- Office and retail cleaning contractors that tender for work with commercial clients.
- Specialist firms for carpets, upholstery and window cleaning.
- Franchise groups and cooperatives that share one booking system across several towns.
Strengths
- The word explains the service at a glance, which is useful on a van, a flyer or a letterbox card.
- It is short and easy to spell, so people can remember it after hearing it once.
- It gives a small team a professional-looking address that matches its trade.
Things to keep in mind
- Clients usually decide on trust, so show the team, the insurance cover and the standards you follow.
- Employment, staff checks and tax duties differ by country, so check the local requirements before you take on workers.
- Many cleaning names use similar words, so a town name or a specialism helps a business stand out.
- Clients may still type .com first, so consider whether you need both addresses.
Tips before you register
- Check the name in .com and on the local directories and map listings where your customers search.
- Use the trading name exactly as it appears on invoices and insurance documents.
- Publish a clear list of services, what each one includes and how bookings can be cancelled.
- Set up mail authentication records before you send quotes and invoices from the domain.
- Protect the booking login with a strong password, and remove access for anyone who leaves the team.
Frequently asked questions
Can a one-person cleaning business use .cleaning? Yes. A sole trader can register a name that describes the trade, as long as the content is accurate and the zone's terms are met.
Does a .cleaning address help a company rank in local search? It may help people see the topic, but a complete listing, honest reviews and clear service-area pages matter more.
Do I need to show a certificate on the website? Requirements depend on the country and the service. Check local rules on insurance, staff checks and any certificates that apply to your work.
