DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE
.dan Domain Names
Application announced; not delegatedThe.dan string sits within a portfolio that publicly associates Journey To The West Corporation with the application. The term has clear cultural meaning in Chinese martial arts and rank systems, while also working as a short, memorable label for themed projects and communities.
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Application and status facts
Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.
- Extension
- .dan
- Current status
- Application announced; not delegatedICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD Applications - ICANN
- Root-zone delegation status
- No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
- Announced applicant or applicants
- Journey To The West CorporationJourney To The West: 西游 · New gTLD Registry Bringing the East to the West - Journey To The West Corporation Press Release: ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - ICANN
- Number of publicly announced claims
- 1
- Contested
- No
- Public disclosure date
- 2026-08-17Journey To The West: 西游 · New gTLD Registry Bringing the East to the West - Journey To The West Corporation
- Application round/programme
- ICANN application programme information recorded.ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD Applications - 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 .dan domain be used for?
Because.dan is not a live delegated extension, the examples below are illustrative only and show the kinds of sites that could suit the string if it progresses through the ICANN process.
Domain name ideas
Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.
dojo.dansensei.danrank.danacademy.dantournament.danheritage.dan
Possible audiences
Who is .dan for?
- Martial arts organisations
- Cultural projects
- Coaches and instructors
- Community platform builders
- Event promoters
- Collectors and enthusiasts
Benefits and considerations
Benefits
- Clear thematic meaning
- Short and memorable
- Flexible niche identity
Considerations
- Not yet delegated
- Meaning may be specialised
- Brand fit should be tested
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Marketplace listings
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Frequently asked questions
What does.dan mean?
It is associated with dan, a rank used in some martial arts and mastery systems.
Is.dan available for registration now?
No live public registration has been established from the sources reviewed.
Who is associated with the.dan application?
Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the organisation associated with the string.
What kinds of sites suit.dan?
It suits training, ranking, coaching, culture and membership-led projects.
Is.dan a good choice for a broad commercial brand?
It can work, but its specialist meaning is likely strongest in niche or theme-led branding.
Could.dan be used for a personal site?
Yes, especially for instructors, practitioners or enthusiasts with a direct connection to the meaning.
Sources and review information
- Journey To The West: 西游 · New gTLD Registry Bringing the East to the WestJourney To The West Corporation - accessed 2026-08-25
- ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD ApplicationsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
- Press Release: ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level DomainsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25