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.craft Domain Names

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.craft is a proposed generic top-level domain associated in public reports with craft, making and skilled creation. Publicly announced information identifies more than one organisation as having publicly claimed the string, so it should be treated as contested until the outcome of the application process is clearer. ICANN’s 2026 round was open from 30 April 2026 to 12 August 2026, and applications are submitted through the TLD Application Management System.

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.craft
Current status
Not yet liveNew gTLD Program: 2026 Round - ICANN
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
Announced applicant or applicants
Link Freedom Group, Starlight Registry (Namecheap)The New gTLD Program - ICANN rapidwombat.com - rapidwombat.com
Number of publicly announced claims
2
Contested
Yes
Public disclosure date
2026-08-13The New gTLD Program - ICANN
Application round/programme
ICANN application programme information recorded.New gTLD Program: 2026 Round - ICANN
Registry operator
Not verified
Registration availability
Public registration is not confirmed by this guide.
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 .craft domain be used for?

If delegated in future,.craft could suit identity-led sites for makers, workshops and creative businesses.

Maker studio homepagesUse a.craft address for a studio that showcases handmade work, processes and commissions.
Artisan product launchesBuild a launch site for limited-batch goods, seasonal releases or signature collections.
Workshop and class bookingPoint learners to courses, dates and booking details for hands-on craft sessions.
Portfolio sites for creatorsPresent portfolios for ceramicists, woodworkers, jewellers, textile artists and other makers.
Community craft collectivesCreate a shared online space for co-ops, guilds, clubs or local maker networks.
Craft supply shopsSupport a niche store that focuses on specialist tools, materials and project kits.
Editorial craft magazinesPublish stories, tutorials and inspiration for audiences interested in making and design.
Event micrositesUse a short branded domain for fairs, open studios, markets or exhibitions.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .craft for?

  • Independent makers
  • Craft businesses
  • Workshops and tutors
  • Design-led brands
  • Community groups
  • Publishers and editors

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Strong thematic fit
  • Clear brand signalling
  • Short, memorable naming

Considerations

  • Not yet delegated
  • Contested public claims
  • Meaning may be broad

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Frequently asked questions

Is.craft live right now?

Publicly available evidence points to.craft as a proposed string in the 2026 application round, not as a delegated live extension.

Who is linked to the.craft application?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group and Starlight Registry (Namecheap) as organisations associated with public claims about the string.

What does.craft suggest as a brand name?

It suggests making, skill, workmanship, artisan identity and creative production.

Would.craft suit a handmade business?

Yes. It is a natural fit for sellers and studios that want their domain to reflect handcrafted or specialist work.

Can.craft be used for content sites as well as shops?

Yes. It could suit tutorials, magazines, event pages, community projects and portfolio sites.

Should I assume domains under.craft are available?

No. Until delegation and registration details are published, availability should not be assumed.

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