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.leather Domain Names

Application announced; not yet live

The.leather extension is a proposed brand-style gTLD associated with Journey To The West Corporation in the ICANN 2026 round. Publicly announced information identifies the organisation as the applicant associated with.leather, while the extension is not yet live. ICANN opened the 2026 new gTLD application window on 30 April 2026, and applicants submitted strings through that round’s process. (xiyou.domains)

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.leather
Current status
Application announced; not yet liveNew gTLD Current Application Status - ICANN
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
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.New gTLD Current Application Status - 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 .leather domain be used for?

If launched,.leather could suit brand-led or theme-led naming around leather goods, craftsmanship, materials and premium retail.

Leather goods brand hubA maison, workshop or retailer could use.leather for a focused site about bags, belts, footwear or accessories.
Craft and artisan portfolioIndependent makers could use it for collections, commissions and workshop stories centred on leather craft.
Premium product launch pagesBrands could create short campaign domains for new leather lines, seasonal drops or limited editions.
Material education and sourcingSuppliers could use.leather for pages explaining grades, tanning methods and responsible sourcing.
Bespoke services and repairsSaddlers, upholsterers and repair specialists could highlight tailoring, restoration and maintenance services.
Editorial and inspiration contentPublishers could build style guides, care advice and craftsmanship stories under a material-led name.
Trade and wholesale identityB2B suppliers could separate wholesale catalogues, order portals and trade information from consumer-facing sites.
Community or maker collectiveA shared namespace could support co-operatives, fairs or associations linked to leatherworking.

Domain name ideas

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

atelier.leatherstudio.leathercare.leatherheritage.leathercraft.leathershop.leather

Possible audiences

Who is .leather for?

  • Leather brands
  • Makers and artisans
  • Retailers
  • Suppliers and wholesalers
  • Design studios
  • Publishers and educators

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Clear thematic fit
  • Memorable naming
  • Sharper segmentation

Considerations

  • Not yet live
  • Brand fit matters
  • Future launch details may change

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Frequently asked questions

Is.leather live yet?

No. Publicly announced information identifies it as a proposed string in the ICANN 2026 round, so it should be treated as prelaunch.

Who is associated with the application for.leather?

Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.leather.

What kind of websites would suit.leather?

It would suit leather goods brands, makers, suppliers, trade portals, care guides and craftsmanship-led content.

Can anyone register a.leather domain?

That will depend on the eventual registry policy if the string launches. No public registration rules are available yet from launch details.

Why would a brand choose.leather?

It can create a clear, specific identity for names tied to leather goods, craft, materials or premium retail.

Are the example domains available?

No availability claim is being made for the examples. They are illustrative only.

Sources and review information