What are the different types of domain names?
A domain suffix (top-level domain) is the last part of a domain name (such as
.com), which determines the category and attributes of the domain name. Racent provides registration services for over 2,000 domain suffixes worldwide.
1. Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD)
Features:
- Universal worldwide with no regional restrictions
- High recognition and wide applicability
Common suffixes:
.com- Commercial organizations (first choice).org- Non-profit organizations.net- Network services.info- Information platforms.biz- Commercial services
Applicable scenarios: International business, brand official websites, general service platforms
2. Country Code Top-Level Domains (ccTLD)
Features:
- Represent specific countries/regions
- Enhance trust among local users
- Most have registration restrictions
Common suffixes:
.cn- China (real-name authentication required).us- United States.jp- Japan.uk- United Kingdom.de- Germany
Special-purpose suffixes:
.tv- Video platforms.cc- Creative communities.me- Personal brands
Applicable scenarios: Localized business, regional marketing
III. New Generic Top-Level Domains (New gTLDs)
Features:
- Opened for registration after 2012
- Precisely describe website attributes
- Abundant resources with diverse options
Popular suffixes:
| Category | Suffix examples | Applicable fields |
|---|---|---|
| Industry attribute | .tech .shop .app | Technology/e-commerce/apps |
| Audience positioning | .vip .club .moe | Premium/communities/ACG |
| Professional services | .law .doctor .cloud | Law firms/healthcare/cloud services |
| Geographic names | .london .nyc .tokyo | Local businesses |
Applicable scenarios: Niche industry websites, personalized brands, emerging sectors
IV. Selection Guide
- Global business: Prioritize
.com - Local business: Choose country-code suffixes (e.g.,
.cn) - Industry characteristics:
- Technology:
.tech.io - E-commerce:
.shop.store - Personal brand:
.me.name
- Technology:
- Brand protection: Register main TLDs + relevant new gTLDs
On the Racent platform, you can check the availability of a large number of TLDs in batches, and one-click registration of multi-TLD combinations is supported.