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Registry

A registry is the organization that operates a specific top-level domain (TLD), maintaining the master database of all domain names registered under that TLD.

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New gTLD

Generic top-level domains introduced through ICANN's expansion program starting in 2014, including .app, .blog, and .shop.

Blocklist

A list of domain names or IP addresses flagged for spam, malware, or other malicious activities.

DRP (Domain Resolution Policy)

Alternative dispute resolution policies used by various domain registries to handle domain name conflicts.

.TECH

A generic top-level domain targeting the technology sector.

Dictionary Domain Name

A dictionary domain name is a domain name that uses a word or words that are found in the dictionary. These words can be in any language, but most commonly they are in English. For example, "apple...

.ONLINE

A generic top-level domain suitable for any internet-based business or presence.