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.skills Domain Names

Applied-for; not delegated

The.skills extension is an applied-for generic top-level domain intended to evoke ability, expertise, learning and professional development. Publicly announced information identifies internet.Best as the applicant associated with.skills. As the string is not shown in the IANA Root Zone Database, it is not yet delegated in the DNS root zone.

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.skills
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.Root Zone Database - IANA
Announced applicant or applicants
internet.Bestinternet.best - internet.best
Number of publicly announced claims
1
Contested
No
Public disclosure date
2026-08-15internet.best - internet.best
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.Root Zone Database - IANA
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 .skills domain be used for?

If delegated in future,.skills could suit sites built around capability, credentials, training or recruitment themes.

Skills training portalsA natural fit for course hubs, bootcamps and ongoing professional development.
Recruitment and talent platformsUseful for career services, candidate showcases and skills-based hiring tools.
Certification and assessment sitesWell suited to testing centres, credential pages and progress tracking services.
Portfolio and capability pagesCan highlight what a person or team can do, rather than only who they are.
Workforce development programmesA strong match for apprenticeships, reskilling campaigns and employability schemes.
Coaching and mentoring servicesHelpful for consultants focused on technical, creative or leadership development.
Expert directoriesAppropriate for listings that group people by competence, discipline or specialism.
Learning communities and communities of practiceCan support membership spaces centred on shared improvement and practice.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .skills for?

  • Training providers
  • Recruiters
  • Educators
  • Coaches and consultants
  • Certification bodies
  • Career platforms

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Clear thematic meaning
  • Strong niche positioning
  • Flexible use across sectors

Considerations

  • Not yet delegated
  • Future registration terms unknown
  • Brand fit matters

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Marketplace listings

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Frequently asked questions

Is.skills live yet?

No. It is currently an applied-for string and is not shown in the IANA Root Zone Database as a delegated TLD.

Who is associated with the.skills application?

Publicly announced information identifies internet.Best as the applicant associated with.skills.

What does.skills suggest?

It suggests ability, competence, training, learning and professional development.

Who might use a.skills domain?

Training providers, recruiters, coaches, educators and certification organisations are natural fits.

Can I register a.skills domain now?

Not at this stage. Registration depends on future delegation and registry launch arrangements.

What makes.skills different from a standard.com address?

It carries a clearer subject cue, which can be useful for themed projects and specialist services.

Sources and review information