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DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE

.real Domain Names

Prelaunch

The.real string is presented as a proposed new top-level domain. Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the organisation associated with the application record for.real, while ICANN’s 2026 Round materials show that applications submitted in this round move through evaluation before any potential delegation. The guide below treats.real as a proposed extension rather than a live registry string. (lfg.link)

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.real
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
Announced applicant or applicants
Link Freedom Grouplfg.link - lfg.link Application Submission - ICANN
Number of publicly announced claims
1
Contested
No
Public disclosure date
2026-08-13lfg.link - lfg.link
Application round/programme
ICANN application programme information recorded.New gTLD Program: 2026 Round - 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 .real domain be used for?

If.real proceeds to delegation, it could suit identity-led naming, authenticity messaging and concise brand naming.

Authenticity and verification hubsUseful for pages that present verified identity, proof points or trust signals.
Creator identity spacesCould suit personal sites that want a direct, confident naming style.
Brand truth statementsFits campaigns built around real products, real people or real outcomes.
Evidence-led publishingCan support editorial, research or transparency pages focused on substantiation.
Community or member portalsMay work for groups that emphasise genuine participation and direct access.
Portfolio and profile sitesCould be a clean option for simple identity-first web addresses.
Campaign landing pagesUseful for short-term launches that want a memorable thematic label.
Product authenticity pagesMay suit pages that explain origin, certification or provenance.
None

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .real for?

  • Brand owners
  • Creators
  • Publishers
  • Community organisations
  • Product teams
  • Registry observers
  • Start-ups

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Highly thematic branding
  • Short, distinctive naming
  • Flexible concept fit

Considerations

  • Not a live public registry yet
  • Brand meaning needs support
  • Applicant context is still programmatic

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Frequently asked questions

Is.real a live domain extension?

Based on the available public record,.real should be treated as a proposed string rather than a live delegated extension.

Who is associated with.real?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the organisation associated with the application record for.real.

Can I register a.real domain now?

There is no evidence here that.real is currently open for public registration.

What sort of sites might use.real?

It could suit authenticity-led pages, identity sites, proof pages and concept-driven brand launches.

Why would a brand choose.real?

The string is short and thematic, and it immediately suggests truth, originality or directness.

What should I watch for next?

The key question is whether the string progresses through ICANN evaluation and any later delegation steps.

Sources and review information