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.river Domain Names

Prelaunch / not delegated

The.river string is a proposed new top-level domain associated with a 2026 application cycle. Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.river. As a proposed string, it is best understood as an extension with illustrative use cases rather than an active live registry.

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.river
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
Announced applicant or applicants
Journey To The West Corporationxiyou.domains - xiyou.domains 2026 Round Applicant Journey - 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.ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD Applications - 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 .river domain be used for?

If delegated in future,.river could suit names that draw on movement, landscapes, tourism, water, sustainability and local identity.

River tourism and travel planningSuitable for visitor information, route guides, cruises and destination storytelling centred on waterways and river corridors.
Conservation and watershed projectsCould support campaigns and programmes focused on river health, habitat restoration and catchment stewardship.
Local place brandingA natural fit for towns, regions and districts that identify strongly with a river or waterfront setting.
Water and environmental servicesRelevant for organisations working in hydrology, flood resilience, water quality or river management.
Outdoor recreation and anglingUseful for clubs, guides and communities built around paddling, fishing, walking and riverside leisure.
Arts, culture and heritageCan frame festivals, archives and storytelling rooted in river symbolism, migration and settlement history.
Hospitality and waterfront venuesSuitable for hotels, restaurants and event spaces that want a setting-led identity linked to the water.
Sustainability-led brandsWorks well for brands using river imagery to signal flow, renewal, continuity and environmental responsibility.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .river for?

  • Travel and tourism operators
  • Environmental organisations
  • Local authorities and place marketers
  • Outdoor recreation communities
  • Hospitality brands
  • Creative and cultural projects

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Strong thematic meaning
  • Distinctive identity
  • Flexible brand fit

Considerations

  • Prelaunch status
  • Meaning-led positioning
  • Applicant-dependent future

Related domain extensions

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Marketplace listings

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Frequently asked questions

Is.river a live delegated domain extension?

It is best treated here as a proposed new gTLD string rather than a live delegated extension.

Who is publicly associated with the.river application?

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

What kind of projects would suit.river?

Projects tied to waterways, destination marketing, conservation, outdoor activity and riverside identity would be the most natural fit.

Can.river be used for a company name without a literal river connection?

Yes, but the strongest fit is likely where the brand can meaningfully connect to flow, movement, nature or place.

Should domain examples be read as available names?

No. They are only illustrative examples of the kind of naming.river could support if it is delegated.

Why does.river appear in a guide if it is not live?

Guides can help explain proposed strings, applicant context and likely use cases before any future delegation decision.

Sources and review information