DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE
.gear Domain Names
Application disclosed; not yet delegated.gear is a proposed generic top-level domain associated with the word “gear”, making it a strong fit for brands and projects linked to tools, machinery, motorsport, equipment and technical products. Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the applicant associated with.gear, and ICANN’s 2026 programme materials show that applied-for strings were due to be published after the close of the application window. (icann.org)
.gear registrations are not available yet. Search related extensions or get a launch alert.
Application and status facts
Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.
- Extension
- .gear
- Current status
- Application disclosed; not yet 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
- Link Freedom GroupFull AGB_Oct2025 - ICANN ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD Applications - ICANN
- Number of publicly announced claims
- 1
- Contested
- No
- Public disclosure date
- 2026-08-13Full AGB_Oct2025 - ICANN
- 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 .gear domain be used for?
Illustrative uses below assume the string is ultimately delegated and operated as a public registry.
Domain name ideas
Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.
Possible audiences
Who is .gear for?
- Tool and hardware brands
- Motorsport organisations
- Engineering firms
- Outdoor equipment sellers
- Audio and production specialists
- Collectors and hobbyists
Benefits and considerations
Benefits
- Highly relevant meaning
- Clear branding potential
- Versatile category fit
Considerations
- Status is not live
- Narrow semantic fit
- Possible future contention
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Browse domains for saleFrequently asked questions
What is.gear?
It is a proposed generic top-level domain built around the word “gear” and its equipment-focused meaning.
Is.gear available for registration yet?
Not from the public evidence currently available. It is presented here as a prelaunch string.
Who is associated with the.gear application?
Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the applicant associated with.gear.
What kinds of sites suit.gear?
Equipment brands, motorsport projects, engineering firms, outdoor kit sellers and technical communities are all natural fits.
Does.gear only suit physical products?
No. It can also suit communities, services, launches and content brands that revolve around tools or performance.
How should.gear be used in branding?
It works best when the name has a clear connection to gear, machinery, kit or technical equipment.
Sources and review information
- ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD ApplicationsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
- Full AGB_Oct2025ICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
- ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD ApplicationsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
- lfg.linklfg.link - accessed 2026-08-13
