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.king Domain Names

Application phase

.king is a proposed generic top-level domain string in the 2026 gTLD round. Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group and Oinkadot among the organisations associated with claims for.king, and ICANN has said it will publish the public-facing portions of applications after administrative review on Reveal Day. (icann.org)

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.king
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
Announced applicant or applicants
Link Freedom Group, Oinkadotlfg.link - lfg.link rapidwombat.com - rapidwombat.com
Number of publicly announced claims
2
Contested
Yes
Public disclosure date
2026-08-13lfg.link - lfg.link
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 .king domain be used for?

If delegated in future,.king could suit naming that evokes royalty, leadership, premium positioning or game-inspired branding.

Royal brand identityA future.king name could support regal, premium or high-status branding.
Leadership initiativesSuitable for projects that want a strong, authoritative naming theme.
Gaming and strategy communitiesCould fit competitive communities, guilds or titles built around hierarchy.
Entertainment campaignsUseful for fictional characters, story worlds or releases with monarchic styling.
Sports and fan sitesCould suit fan hubs, rankings or winner-focused commentary.
Personal brandingA memorable match for names built around leadership or confidence.
Merchandise and eventsCan frame launches, limited editions or live events with bold positioning.
Royal-themed portfoliosRelevant for collections, showcases or editorial projects using king imagery.

Domain name ideas

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

royal.kingstudio.kingleague.kingmyth.kingshop.kingteam.king

Possible audiences

Who is .king for?

  • Brand owners
  • Start-up founders
  • Gaming communities
  • Creators and entertainers
  • Event organisers
  • Domain investors

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Distinctive meaning
  • Clear positioning
  • Versatile creative fit

Considerations

  • No delegation confirmed
  • Contention risk
  • Meaning may feel narrow

Related domain extensions

.queenA complementary royal-themed string with a feminine counterpart.View extension

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Frequently asked questions

Is.king available to register now?

No. Publicly available information places.king in the application stage of the 2026 gTLD round, not in live registration.

Who is associated with the.king string?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group and Oinkadot among the organisations associated with claims for.king.

Does.king have more than one public claimant?

Yes. The available public records indicate contention, with two public claimants referenced.

What would.king be good for?

It could suit royal, leadership, gaming, entertainment or premium-themed naming if it is eventually delegated.

Can I buy a.king domain today?

Not from the available evidence. The string is not confirmed as delegated or open for registration.

Why does.king attract attention?

It is short, memorable and visually strong, with a clear meaning that can support themed branding.

Sources and review information