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.moon Domain Names

Pre-launch; not yet delegated

The.moon string appears in the ICANN 2026 new gTLD round and has been publicly claimed by more than one applicant, indicating a contested pre-launch string rather than an active delegated extension. ICANN says Reveal Day will publish applications that pass administrative check, and the 2026 round application window closed on 12 August 2026. (newgtldprogram.icann.org)

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.moon
Current status
Pre-launch; not yet delegated2026 Round News and Announcements - ICANN
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.2026 Round News and Announcements - 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 .moon domain be used for?

If delegated in future,.moon would suit naming built around lunar themes, exploration, communities and imaginative digital identities.

Lunar-themed brandsA natural fit for products, campaigns and creative identities built around moon imagery, night skies or space-inspired design.
Astronomy and science projectsUseful for observatories, outreach pages, education programmes and citizen science initiatives with a lunar focus.
Space exploration storytellingWell suited to missions, launch programmes, simulation experiences and editorial content about space travel.
Communities and fan hubsCould support clubs, forums and membership sites that use moon symbolism or a night-sky aesthetic.
Events and experiencesAppropriate for launches, festivals, exhibitions and immersive events with celestial branding.
Creative portfoliosA strong choice for artists, designers and makers who want an expressive, themed web address.
Products with a cosmic identityWorks for merchandise, collectibles and lifestyle offerings that lean into a dreamy or futuristic feel.
Campaign micrositesCould be used for short-run marketing pages that need a memorable, theme-led domain.

Domain name ideas

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

orbit.moonstudio.moonlunar.moonobservatory.moonlaunch.moonclub.moon

Possible audiences

Who is .moon for?

  • Start-ups
  • Creators and designers
  • Science communicators
  • Community organisers
  • Event marketers
  • Brand strategists

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Distinctive identity
  • Clear thematic fit
  • Broad creative flexibility

Considerations

  • Not yet delegated
  • Contested application landscape
  • Narrower immediate recognisability

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Frequently asked questions

Is.moon available to register now?

No public evidence shows.moon as a delegated live extension, so it should be treated as pre-launch rather than available today.

Who is associated with the.moon application?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group and Oinkadot as public claimants linked to the string.

What does.moon suggest as a brand name?

It suggests lunar, space-themed and imaginative branding, with strong visual and emotional associations.

Would.moon suit a science website?

Yes. The string fits astronomy outreach, lunar science, educational projects and exploration content.

Could.moon work for non-space brands?

Yes, if the brand wants a dreamy, modern or symbolic name rather than a literal space reference.

Why is the string described as contested?

Because public claims indicate more than one applicant has associated itself with the same string.

Sources and review information