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.sci Domain Names

Application announced; not delegated

.sci is a proposed generic top-level domain that suggests science, scientific work and science-led identity. Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the applicant associated with.sci. As a proposed string, it is not yet a delegated live extension. (lfg.link)

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Application and status facts

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Extension: .sci
Current status: Application announced; not delegatedICANN Announces Safeguard Assessment Provider for 2026 Round - ICANN
Root-zone delegation status: No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
Announced applicant or applicants: Link Freedom Grouplfg.link - lfg.link Press Release: ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - 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.ICANN Announces Safeguard Assessment Provider for 2026 Round - ICANN
Registry operator: Not verified
Registration availability: Public registration is not confirmed by this guide.
Last fact checked: 2026-08-25
Authoritative sources: lfg.link - lfg.link Press Release: ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - ICANN ICANN Announces Safeguard Assessment Provider for 2026 Round - ICANN ICANN Reveal Day information - ICANN

A public application, applicant identity, approval, registry operation, root-zone delegation and live registration availability are separate facts.

Illustrative uses

What could a .sci domain be used for?

If delegated,.sci could suit science communication, research services and specialist communities.

Science news hubA publication could use.sci for clear, topic-led coverage of breakthroughs, discovery and research updates.

Research project portalA laboratory or consortium could use.sci for a project site focused on experiments, datasets and findings.

STEM education resourceA learning platform could use.sci for science lessons, explainers and curriculum support.

Scientific conference siteAn event organiser could use.sci for abstracts, schedules, speakers and proceedings.

Citizen science communityA participation platform could use.sci for public contributions to observation and discovery projects.

Lab services landing pageA testing or analysis service could use.sci for a focused science-first web presence.

Science policy briefing siteAn advisory group could use.sci for research-informed policy notes and consultation material.

Specialist science directoryA directory could use.sci for indexing labs, journals, tools and scientific organisations.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .sci for?

Research organisations
Science publishers
Education providers
Conference organisers
Citizen science projects
Science startups

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

Clear subject signalling
Strong thematic fit
Flexible use across sectors

Considerations

Not yet live
Applicant context matters
Brand clarity still matters

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Frequently asked questions

What is.sci?

.sci is a proposed generic top-level domain with a science-oriented meaning.

Is.sci a live extension?

No. It is presented here as a proposed string rather than a delegated live extension.

Who is associated with the.sci application?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the applicant associated with.sci.

What would.sci be useful for?

It could suit science publishing, research projects, STEM education and specialist communities if delegated.

Can I register a.sci domain now?

Not at this stage, because the string is not yet delegated as a live extension.

Why might someone choose a science-themed TLD?

It can make the topic clear at a glance and support a focused, memorable identity.

Sources and review information

lfg.linklfg.link - accessed 2026-08-13
Press Release: ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level DomainsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
ICANN Announces Safeguard Assessment Provider for 2026 RoundICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
ICANN Reveal Day informationICANN - accessed 2026-08-25