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.hop Domain Names

Applied-for; not yet delegated

The.hop string is part of ICANN’s 2026 new gTLD application round and is not shown as delegated in the public ICANN materials reviewed. ICANN states that public-facing application details will be published on Reveal Day after administrative review, and that the final application total is confirmed only after evaluation fee payments are received. Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the applicant associated with.hop.

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.hop
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.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 .hop domain be used for?

If.hop proceeds through the application process, it would suit projects that want a short, energetic identity with connotations of movement, momentum or themed navigation.

Movement and travel themesUseful for concepts built around hopping between places, routes, stops or experiences.
Quick actions and shortcutsFits services that present fast access, jumping points or streamlined navigation.
Gaming and entertainment brandingWorks well for playful, lively names linked to game worlds, challenges or fan communities.
Event landing pagesCan support concise event names where energy, motion or a memorable call to action matters.
Product launch micrositesSuitable for short campaign sites that emphasise progress, momentum or a reveal sequence.
Community hubsMay suit clubs, groups or forums that use an upbeat, active tone in their identity.
Educational journeysCould work for learning paths, step-by-step modules or resource collections that move users forward.
Creative portfoliosA compact fit for makers who want a lively, distinctive address for selected work or highlights.

Domain name ideas

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

jump.hopstudio.hopplay.hoproute.hoplearn.hoplaunch.hop

Possible audiences

Who is .hop for?

  • Brand teams
  • Start-ups
  • Event organisers
  • Game studios
  • Travel and mobility brands
  • Creative professionals
  • Community builders

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Distinctive and short
  • Theme-friendly
  • Flexible brand storytelling

Considerations

  • Pre-delegation status
  • Applicant process still matters
  • Meaning may be broad

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Frequently asked questions

What is.hop?

It is an applied-for generic top-level domain string in ICANN’s 2026 round.

Is.hop available for registration now?

Public ICANN materials reviewed do not show.hop as delegated, so it should be treated as not yet available.

Who is associated with the.hop application?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the applicant associated with.hop.

What kinds of websites might suit.hop?

It may suit movement-themed, playful or action-led projects, especially where a short and energetic identity is useful.

Can.hop be used for a brand campaign?

Yes, if it eventually becomes available, it could suit short campaign microsites, launches or event hubs.

Why would someone choose a string like.hop?

The appeal is its brevity and the sense of motion, speed or transition that the word naturally suggests.

Sources and review information