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DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE

.self Domain Names

Application disclosed; not delegated

The.self string sits within ICANN’s 2026 New gTLD round and has been publicly disclosed as an applied-for string. Publicly announced information identifies Human-Centered Computing Foundation as the applicant associated with.self. No delegation has been confirmed, so.self should be treated as a proposed extension rather than a live domain space. (icann.org)

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Application and status facts

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Extension
.self
Current status
Application disclosed; not delegatedICANN 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
Human-Centered Computing FoundationStringscout home page - Stringscout stringscout.com - stringscout.com
Number of publicly announced claims
1
Contested
No
Public disclosure date
2026-08-13Stringscout home page - Stringscout
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 .self domain be used for?

If.self progresses, it could suit naming that centres identity, agency and personal expression.

Personal identity hubsCould support pages that present a person’s name, values, work and links in one place.
Reflective writing spacesCould suit journals, essays or projects focused on self-knowledge and personal growth.
Creator portfoliosCould provide a distinct home for makers who want a name rooted in personal authorship.
Wellbeing and coaching brandsCould work for services that emphasise self-awareness, habit change or personal development.
Research on identity and agencyCould be used by academic or civic projects exploring the meaning of selfhood.
Community profilesCould help members present individual stories within a wider collective platform.
Private identity toolsCould fit products that organise credentials, preferences or personal records around the user.
Experimental digital namingCould appeal to projects testing concise, concept-led naming for personal web presence.

Domain name ideas

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

alex.selfstudio.selfjournal.selfmind.selfprofile.selfnotes.self

Possible audiences

Who is .self for?

  • Individuals building a personal web presence
  • Coaches and wellbeing practitioners
  • Writers and artists
  • Educators and researchers
  • Product teams in identity technology
  • Community organisers

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Clear conceptual fit
  • Strong naming flexibility
  • Memorable positioning

Considerations

  • Not delegated yet
  • Meaning may be narrow
  • Policy and launch timing remain uncertain

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Marketplace listings

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Frequently asked questions

Is.self live?

No live delegation has been confirmed. It is best described as a disclosed applied-for string.

Who is linked to.self?

Publicly announced information identifies Human-Centered Computing Foundation as the applicant associated with.self.

Can I register a.self domain now?

Not on the basis of confirmed public delegation evidence. Registration depends on the outcome of the application process.

What kinds of projects suit.self?

Identity-led, reflective and personal-expression projects are the clearest fit for the string’s meaning.

Is.self only for individuals?

Not necessarily. It could also suit organisations creating personal-profile tools, wellbeing services or identity research.

What should buyers watch for?

Launch timing, eligibility rules, and whether the string ultimately reaches delegation are the key points to track.

Sources and review information