Published: 17.10.2026
The .community extension is a generic top-level zone, so it is not tied to any country. Its ending is the English word community, which describes a group of people who share a place, an interest or a purpose. Clubs, associations, neighbourhood groups, hobby circles and online fan groups often choose it because the name explains what the site is for. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .community is still free.
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A short history
The .community zone was launched as part of the large expansion of generic extensions, when the domain namespace was opened to many new words and themes. Since then it has been used by non-profit groups, local organisations, co-operatives, sports teams and online forums that wanted an address matching their membership. Like other newer zones, it is less known to the public than .com, so visitors may need a clear explanation on the homepage.
Who runs it
As a generic zone, .community is managed by a registry operator under an agreement with ICANN, the organisation that coordinates the global domain name system. The operator writes the zone's policies and may set rules on acceptable use, while accredited registrars sell names to customers and send the orders to the registry. The terms shown at the time of ordering are the ones that apply to your registration.
Rules in practice
- Acceptable use: the operator can publish rules on what a site may be used for, so read them before you build the site.
- Contact data: the holder details must be correct, and the registrar may ask you to confirm them.
- Length and characters: names use letters, digits and hyphens, and a single label can be up to 63 characters long.
- Changes of leadership: if a group changes its officers, update the contact and holder details with the registrar so that renewal notices reach the right person.
Who uses .community
- Sports clubs, choirs, hiking groups and other associations that meet in person and online.
- Neighbourhood projects, residents' groups and local initiatives that want a shared address.
- Co-operatives, non-profit groups and volunteer networks that serve a defined membership.
- Fan groups, hobby forums and interest communities that gather people around one theme.
Strengths
- The word describes the purpose of the site, so members and visitors understand it at a glance.
- A short name is easy to put on posters, membership cards, notice boards and event flyers.
- The zone is not tied to a country, so a group with members in several places can use one address.
Things to keep in mind
- The word is broad, so a clear name or a short descriptor, such as a town or a sport, makes the address easier to remember.
- A group with a strong local identity may still prefer a country-code address, which signals where its members are.
- Operators can change their rules, so review the current terms once a year.
- Good names are often taken, so prepare alternatives before you discuss the choice with members.
Tips before you register
- Check the same name in .com and in the platforms your members already use.
- Agree on the name with the members or the committee before you register, so that the decision is recorded.
- Build a simple homepage that explains who the group is, when it meets and how to join.
- Set SPF, DKIM and DMARC records before you send membership e-mails from the domain.
- Keep the registrar login known to more than one trusted person, so that the domain is not lost if a volunteer leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Can any group use .community? Generic zones are usually open, but the operator may set rules on use, so check the terms before you register.
Does a .community name help a group appear in search results? No ending can promise a position. Clear content about the group, regular updates and links from local partners matter more.
Is .community only for large organisations? No. A small club or a street group can use it just as well as a national association, provided the name and the content are clear.
