DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE
.sense Domain Names
Pre-launchThe.sense string is a proposed generic top-level domain associated with a publicly announced application by Starlight Registry, the entity linked to Namecheap in reporting on the 2026 ICANN round. It suits ideas around perception, judgement, meaning, insight and intelligent products. At present, it should be treated as a proposed extension rather than a live registry.
.sense 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
- .sense
- Current status
- Pre-launchThe New gTLD Program - ICANN New gTLD Program
- Root-zone delegation status
- No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
- Announced applicant or applicants
- Starlight Registry (Namecheap)Press Release: ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - ICANN Frequently Asked Questions - ICANN New gTLDs
- Number of publicly announced claims
- 1
- Contested
- No
- Public disclosure date
- 2026-08-19Press Release: ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - ICANN
- Application round/programme
- ICANN application programme information recorded.The New gTLD Program - ICANN New gTLD Program
- 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 .sense domain be used for?
If delegated in future,.sense could support focused, meaning-led naming across products, services and communities built around clarity, intuition or practical intelligence.
Domain name ideas
Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.
Possible audiences
Who is .sense for?
- Brand owners
- Software companies
- Wellbeing brands
- Publishers and educators
- Design agencies
- Health innovators
Benefits and considerations
Benefits
- Strong thematic fit
- Flexible brand positioning
- Memorable identity
Considerations
- Proposed status
- Broad interpretation
- Naming competition
Related domain extensions
Relevant DomainUI marketplace listings
No closely matched public DomainUI marketplace listings are available for this guide right now.
Browse domains for saleFrequently asked questions
Is.sense live yet?
No confirmed live registration availability should be assumed from the public evidence currently available.
Who is associated with the.sense application?
Publicly announced information identifies Starlight Registry, linked in reporting to Namecheap, as the applicant associated with.sense.
What does.sense suggest as a brand?
It suggests insight, awareness, judgement, meaning and practical understanding.
Who would.sense suit best?
It is well suited to brands in technology, wellbeing, design, education, editorial and advisory sectors.
Can.sense work for a personal site?
Yes, if the goal is a reflective, thoughtful or expertise-led identity.
Should domain names using.sense be assumed available now?
No. Proposed strings should not be treated as available until the registry is delegated and registrations open.
Sources and review information
- Press Release: ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level DomainsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
- Frequently Asked QuestionsICANN New gTLDs - accessed 2026-08-25
- The New gTLD ProgramICANN New gTLD Program - accessed 2026-08-25
- Public claim tracker for.senseRapidWombat - accessed 2026-08-25
- rapidwombat.comrapidwombat.com - accessed 2026-08-19
