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.sign Domain Names

Prelaunch / contested

.sign is a proposed new generic top-level domain centred on the idea of a sign, signing, or a symbol with meaning. Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group and Oinkadot as applicants associated with.sign, and public claim tracking shows the string as contested during ICANN’s 2026 round. ICANN’s programme information explains that applications move through evaluation and, if successful, may later progress towards delegation; as of the latest public record reviewed here,.sign is not yet a delegated live extension.

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.sign
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
Announced applicant or applicants
Link Freedom Group, OinkadotNew gTLD Program: 2026 Round - ICANN 2026 Round Applicant Journey - ICANN
Number of publicly announced claims
2
Contested
Yes
Public disclosure date
2026-08-13New gTLD Program: 2026 Round - ICANN
Application round/programme
ICANN application programme information recorded..sign: who has publicly claimed it (ICANN 2026 round) - RapidWombat
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 .sign domain be used for?

If.sign progresses through ICANN’s process, it could suit projects built around signatures, signage, symbols, verification, or clear visual identity.

Digital signaturesA natural fit for services centred on signing documents, approvals and verification.
Brand sign-off portalsUseful for pages that collect approvals, authorisations or formal acknowledgements.
Signage and wayfindingSuitable for organisations focused on physical signs, location guidance or display systems.
Symbol-led projectsCan support brands built around icons, marks, emblems or visual shorthand.
Verification servicesWorks well for identity checks, credential confirmation and trust signals.
Creative campaignsHandy for slogan-driven launches, posters, event identity and visual messaging.
Accessibility and guidance toolsCould be used for services that point people clearly to the next step or destination.
Community badges and marksA concise space for membership marks, certifications or symbolic endorsement pages.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .sign for?

  • Registry applicants
  • Digital identity providers
  • Signage businesses
  • Creative agencies
  • Compliance and approval platforms
  • Communities and membership groups

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Highly suggestive meaning
  • Strong thematic fit
  • Flexible creative positioning

Considerations

  • Status remains prelaunch
  • Contention is possible
  • Meaning may be broad

Related domain extensions

.tagShort, label-like alternative for marks and identifiers.View extension .markUseful where branding leans on signs, labels or recognition.View extension

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Frequently asked questions

Is.sign live yet?

No public record reviewed here shows.sign as a delegated live extension. It appears in the ICANN 2026 round as a proposed string with public claims.

Who is associated with.sign publicly?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group and Oinkadot as applicants associated with.sign.

What does.sign suggest as a brand idea?

It suggests signing, signage, symbols, marks and visual meaning, which makes it versatile for identity-led uses.

Could.sign work for a verification product?

Yes. The name fits services that handle approvals, authentication, trust marks or document signing.

Why is contention relevant?

Public claim tracking shows more than one claimant for.sign, so the string may face competition before any final outcome.

When could.sign become available?

That would depend on ICANN’s application, evaluation and later delegation process. No final delegation is confirmed in the sources reviewed here.

Sources and review information