DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE
.hello Domain Names
Application disclosed; not delegated.hello is a proposed generic top-level domain based on the everyday greeting “hello”. Publicly announced information identifies more than one claimant associated with the string, so it should be treated as a contested new gTLD application rather than an active, delegated extension at present. ICANN’s 2026 gTLD round was open in late April 2026, and applications closed in August 2026, with applied-for strings due to be revealed in subsequent milestones. (icann.org)
.hello 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
- .hello
- Current status
- Application disclosed; 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
- Link Freedom Group, Name Space LLCICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - ICANN lfg.link - lfg.link
- Number of publicly announced claims
- 2
- Contested
- Yes
- Public disclosure date
- 2026-08-13ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - 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 .hello domain be used for?
If delegated in future,.hello could suit friendly introductions, welcome journeys and conversational branding.
Domain name ideas
Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.
Possible audiences
Who is .hello for?
- Brand owners
- Marketing teams
- Customer service leaders
- Creators and public figures
- Events organisers
- Community builders
Benefits and considerations
Benefits
- Immediate tone
- Memorable structure
- Flexible branding
Considerations
- Not yet delegated
- Contested status
- Meaning is broad
Related domain extensions
Relevant DomainUI marketplace listings
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Browse domains for saleFrequently asked questions
Is.hello live?
Publicly announced information currently places.hello in a contested new gTLD application context rather than as a delegated live extension.
Who is associated with.hello?
Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group and Name Space LLC as claimants associated with the string.
Can.hello domains be registered now?
Not on the basis of the available public evidence. Delegation and registration availability have not been confirmed.
What would.hello be good for?
It would suit greeting-led branding, welcome pages, onboarding journeys and conversational campaigns.
Why is.hello interesting as a TLD?
Because the word is globally familiar, friendly and adaptable across many introductory web experiences.
Sources and review information
- ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level DomainsICANN - 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
- rapidwombat.comrapidwombat.com - accessed 2026-08-18
