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.lab Domain Names

Pre-launch / not delegated

.lab is a proposed generic top-level domain associated with laboratory, research and experimentation themes. Publicly announced information identifies Starlight Registry (Namecheap) as the applicant associated with.lab. As a proposed string, it is best understood as a future namespace rather than a live registration space today.

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.lab
Current status
Pre-launch / not delegatedThe New gTLD Program - ICANN
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.Root Zone Database - IANA
Announced applicant or applicants
Starlight Registry (Namecheap)Application Submission | New gTLD Program - ICANN rapidwombat.com - rapidwombat.com
Number of publicly announced claims
1
Contested
No
Application round/programme
ICANN application programme information recorded.The New gTLD Program - ICANN
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 .lab domain be used for?

If.lab is delegated in future, it could suit sites that want a precise science, testing or innovation identity.

Laboratory projectsUse.lab for lab groups, shared research pages and project hubs focused on experiments or discovery.
Testing environmentsA natural fit for staging sites, QA portals and software test spaces that benefit from a technical identity.
Research teamsSuited to academic or industry research groups presenting publications, methods and collaboration notes.
Product developmentHelpful for prototypes, proofs of concept and innovation work that is still under active development.
Scientific publishingCan support journals, preprint collections, data notes or methods-led science communication.
Maker and prototyping spacesWorks well for fabrication labs, workshops and hardware experimentation communities.
Health and biotech venturesUseful for life sciences, diagnostics and biotech brands seeking a precise technical signal.
Innovation showcasesCan frame demos, pilots and experimental launches for teams building new services or tools.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .lab for?

  • Researchers
  • Laboratory operators
  • Testing and QA teams
  • Start-ups and builders
  • Biotech and life sciences firms
  • Universities and institutes

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Clear thematic fit
  • Memorable positioning
  • Flexible for innovation

Considerations

  • Not yet delegated
  • Brand interpretation varies
  • Name selection may be competitive

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Frequently asked questions

Is.lab live for registration?

Publicly available evidence supports treating.lab as a proposed string rather than a delegated live extension at present.

What does.lab suggest?

It most strongly suggests laboratories, research, testing, experimentation and technical development.

Who is associated with the.lab application?

Publicly announced information identifies Starlight Registry (Namecheap) as the applicant associated with.lab.

What kinds of sites suit.lab?

It suits research projects, test environments, innovation showcases, biotech ventures and science-led communities.

Is.lab only for laboratories?

No. It can also work for software testing, prototypes, maker spaces and broader experimental brands.

Sources and review information