DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE
.koi Domain Names
Application announcedThe.koi extension is a proposed generic top-level domain associated with an announced application by Journey To The West Corporation. It is not listed in the IANA Root Zone Database, so it should be treated as a proposed string rather than a live delegated extension. Publicly announced information identifies the named organisation as the applicant associated with.koi. (iana.org)
.koi 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
- .koi
- Current status
- Application announcedProgram Status - ICANN New gTLDs
- Root-zone delegation status
- No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.Root Zone Database - IANA
- Announced applicant or applicants
- Journey To The West Corporationxiyou.domains - xiyou.domains ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - ICANN
- Number of publicly announced claims
- 1
- Contested
- No
- Public disclosure date
- 2026-08-17xiyou.domains - xiyou.domains
- Application round/programme
- ICANN application programme information recorded.Program Status - ICANN New gTLDs
- Registry operator
- Not verified
- Registration availability
- Public registration is not confirmed by this guide.Root Zone Database - IANA
- 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 .koi domain be used for?
If delegated,.koi could suit projects drawn to koi symbolism, visual identity and culturally themed naming.
Domain name ideas
Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.
Possible audiences
Who is .koi for?
- Cultural organisations
- Creative professionals
- Lifestyle brands
- Hobby communities
- Event organisers
- Merchandise sellers
Benefits and considerations
Benefits
- Strong theme fit
- Short and memorable
- Flexible creative positioning
Considerations
- Prelaunch status
- Meaning may be niche
- Brand fit should be tested
Related domain extensions
Marketplace listings
Relevant public DomainUI listings are separate from registry availability results.
Frequently asked questions
Is.koi currently a live domain extension?
No live delegation is shown in the IANA Root Zone Database, so.koi should be treated as a proposed string.
Who is associated with the.koi application?
Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.koi.
What kind of projects would suit.koi?
It would suit culturally themed, creative, lifestyle and community-led projects that connect with koi imagery.
Can.koi be used for a brand?
Potentially, if the brand’s identity fits the theme and the extension becomes available through delegation and registry launch.
Should I plan a launch around.koi now?
Only as a concept for now, because the extension is still in proposed status.
Why might someone choose.koi over a more general TLD?
It offers a more distinctive, thematic identity than a generic extension and may help signal a specific creative direction.
Sources and review information
- Root Zone DatabaseIANA - accessed 2026-08-25
- Program StatusICANN New gTLDs - accessed 2026-08-25
- xiyou.domainsxiyou.domains - accessed 2026-08-17
- ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level DomainsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
