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.bit Domain Names

Applicant claims reported

.bit is a short, memorable string that has attracted multiple public applicant claims in the current ICANN new gTLD round. It suits brands and projects looking for a compact, tech-fluent identity if the string advances through the programme process.

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Application and status facts

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Extension
.bit
Current status
Applicant claims reportedThe New gTLD Program: 2026 Round - ICANN
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.Root Zone Database - IANA
Announced applicant or applicants
Link Freedom Group, Oinkadot, Youness Kasmilfg.link - lfg.link rapidwombat.com - rapidwombat.com
Number of publicly announced claims
3
Contested
Yes
Public disclosure date
2026-08-13lfg.link - lfg.link
Application round/programme
ICANN application programme information recorded.The New gTLD Program: 2026 Round - ICANN
Registry operator
Not verified
Registration availability
Public registration is not confirmed by this guide.Root Zone Database - IANA
Last fact checked
2026-08-25

A public application, applicant identity, approval, registry operation, root-zone delegation and live registration availability are separate facts.

Illustrative uses

What could a .bit domain be used for?

Publicly announced information identifies organisations and an individual as applicants associated with .bit.

Crypto and blockchain projectsUseful for products and communities wanting a compact name with digital-currency associations.
Developer toolsFits APIs, SDKs, repositories and technical platforms that benefit from a short, sharp extension.
Digital identity servicesCould suit authentication, wallet or identity products seeking a concise modern namespace.
Open-source communitiesWorks well for project hubs, documentation portals and community-led technical initiatives.
Data and infrastructure brandsSuitable for services tied to networking, storage, protocols or systems engineering.
Experimental product launchesA good fit for early-stage concepts that want a distinctive, easily recalled domain form.
Personal portfolios in techAppeals to engineers, founders and creators who want a concise, memorable address.
Community campaigns and micrositesCan support focused campaign sites where a compact, thematic name matters more than broad familiarity.

Domain name ideas

Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.

node.bitwallet.bitchain.bitlabs.bitdev.bitidentity.bit

Possible audiences

Who is .bit for?

  • Founders
  • Crypto businesses
  • Developers
  • Start-ups
  • Open-source maintainers
  • Domain investors

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Very short string
  • Strong technical feel
  • Wide creative range

Considerations

  • Prelaunch status
  • Applicant contention
  • Meaning may be interpreted differently

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Frequently asked questions

Is .bit live for public registration?

No public root-zone delegation is evidenced at present, so it should be treated as a prelaunch string.

Who is associated with .bit?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group, Oinkadot and Youness Kasmi as applicants associated with the string.

What kind of projects suit .bit?

It suits crypto, developer, infrastructure, identity and experimental digital brands.

Why is .bit appealing as a name?

Its short length and technical tone make it highly adaptable for concise branding.

Could .bit be contested?

Yes. Public reports indicate multiple claims, which suggests contention around the string.

Sources and review information