Published: 17.10.2026
The .taxi zone is a generic extension, so it is not linked to any country. A taxi is a car that carries passengers for a fare, and the ending makes it clear that the site is about rides, bookings or transport services. Taxi firms, private drivers, airport transfer services and booking platforms may consider a .taxi name for that reason. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .taxi is still free.
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A short history
The .taxi extension arrived with the wave of new generic endings introduced in the 2010s. It appealed to transport operators and drivers who wanted a short address that matched their service. The word is known in many languages, so the ending is usually understood quickly, although in some countries local names for taxis are more common.
Who runs it
The zone is run by a registry operator under an agreement with ICANN, which coordinates the global domain name system. The operator sets the registration policies, and registrars sell names to the public and forward orders to the registry. Policies can be updated, so the current terms are the ones to check when you order.
Rules in practice
- Open registration: generic zones are generally open to any applicant, subject to the operator's conditions on acceptable use.
- Contact details: the holder information must be accurate, and the registrar may ask you to confirm it.
- Characters: names use letters, digits and hyphens, and a label can run to 63 characters.
- Renewal: keep the expiry date in your calendar and use auto-renewal, since a lapsed booking address can stop bookings from reaching you.
Who uses .taxi
- Taxi companies and fleets that take bookings and publish the areas they serve.
- Private drivers who offer journeys, airport transfers or hire-by-the-hour services.
- Booking and dispatch platforms that connect passengers with drivers.
- Tourism and transport guides that explain how to get around a city.
Strengths
- The word explains the service at once, which helps visitors who are looking for a ride.
- The name is short and easy to remember, and it works well on the side of a vehicle.
- The zone is generic, so a transport business is not tied to one country and can explain its service in several languages.
Things to keep in mind
- Passenger transport is often licensed and regulated locally, so check the rules that apply where you operate before you advertise.
- Passengers want clear information about how bookings, payment and cancellations work, so publish it openly.
- Visitors may still type .com first, so think about whether you need both addresses.
- Booking features handle personal data, so check the privacy rules that apply to passengers in your area.
Tips before you register
- Check the name in .com and on the mapping and booking platforms where drivers and customers look for services.
- Use the company or driver name exactly as it appears on your licence or registration.
- Publish the areas you serve, your contact details and clear booking terms before you accept requests.
- Set up mail authentication records before you send booking confirmations from the domain.
- Protect the registrar account with two-factor login, since a changed booking address could send passengers to the wrong place.
Frequently asked questions
Can an individual driver use .taxi? Generic zones are usually open to individuals, but local licensing decides what a driver may advertise, so check the rules where you work.
Does a .taxi name make a service official? No. A domain does not confer a licence or approval, so show your licence details and the company name on the site.
Does a .taxi name help a transport site rank in search? It signals the topic, but accurate service areas, clear contact details and reviews from real customers matter more.
