DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE
.rooster Domain Names
Prelaunch applicationThe.rooster extension is a proposed new gTLD linked to the 2026 ICANN round. Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.rooster. ICANN has said Reveal Day will follow administrative review, so registration status cannot yet be treated as live or available. (xiyou.domains)
.rooster registrations are not available yet. Search related extensions or get a launch alert.
Application and status facts
Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.
- Extension
- .rooster
- Current status
- Prelaunch applicationICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD Applications - ICANN
- 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
- 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 .rooster domain be used for?
If delegated in future,.rooster could suit naming built around character, tradition, confidence and distinct brand identity.
Domain name ideas
Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.
Possible audiences
Who is .rooster for?
- Brand owners
- Cultural projects
- Food and drink businesses
- Creators and publishers
- Event organisers
- Merchandise brands
Benefits and considerations
Benefits
- Highly distinctive
- Strong thematic fit
- Flexible creative use
Considerations
- Not live yet
- Applicant stage may change
- Niche recognition
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Relevant DomainUI marketplace listings
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Browse domains for saleFrequently asked questions
Is.rooster available to register now?
No confirmed public registration launch has been announced in the sources reviewed, so it should be treated as prelaunch.
Who is associated with the.rooster application?
Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.rooster.
What kind of projects might suit.rooster?
It could suit mascot-led brands, creative studios, food concepts, community groups and character-driven campaigns.
Is.rooster a delegated live extension?
Not on the evidence reviewed. ICANN has indicated that Reveal Day follows administrative review in the 2026 round.
Why would a brand choose.rooster?
The string is distinctive and visually memorable, which may help a brand stand out in a thematic way.
Sources and review information
- xiyou.domainsxiyou.domains - accessed 2026-08-17
- ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD ApplicationsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
