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.heritage Domain Names

Applied-for string

The.heritage string is associated with the 2026 new gTLD application round and is not shown as delegated in IANA. Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the organisation associated with the applied-for string. ICANN’s 2026 round materials confirm that the application window opened in April 2026 and that final applied-for strings are published on String Confirmation Day. (icann.org)

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.heritage
Current status
Applied-for stringPre-Evaluation | New gTLD Program - ICANN
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
Number of publicly announced claims
1
Contested
No
Application round/programme
ICANN application programme information recorded.Pre-Evaluation | New gTLD Program - 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 .heritage domain be used for?

If delegated in future,.heritage could suit projects centred on cultural memory, preservation and legacy.

Museum collectionsCould host exhibits, catalogues and visitor information for museums, galleries and archives.
Cultural preservationCould support organisations documenting traditions, languages, craft and oral history.
Legacy projectsCould suit commemorative sites, remembrance initiatives and family heritage pages.
Historic placesCould be used for heritage trails, landmark promotion and place-based storytelling.
Genealogy servicesCould fit ancestry research, family tree tools and record-keeping platforms.
Restoration campaignsCould work for fundraising or awareness around building and artefact restoration.
Heritage educationCould support learning resources for schools, universities and public programmes.
Traditional brandsCould suit labels that want to signal continuity, craftsmanship and long-established value.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .heritage for?

  • Museums and archives
  • Cultural foundations
  • Genealogy professionals
  • Historic property owners
  • Community heritage groups
  • Legacy-led brands

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Clear thematic signal
  • Memorable branding
  • Audience relevance

Considerations

  • Not yet delegated
  • Niche interpretation
  • Future availability depends on delegation

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Frequently asked questions

Is.heritage live yet?

It is best described as an applied-for string rather than a delegated live extension at this stage.

Who is associated with the.heritage application?

Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the organisation associated with the applied-for string.

Can I register a.heritage domain now?

Live registration cannot be assumed until the string is delegated and a registry launches public registrations.

What type of projects might suit.heritage?

It is well matched to museums, archives, preservation work, ancestry services and legacy-led initiatives.

Why might a heritage organisation choose this extension?

It can provide a concise, topic-specific identity that immediately signals cultural or preservation relevance.

Sources and review information