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.smartcity Domain Names

Application disclosed

The.smartcity string has been publicly associated with an applicant in ICANN’s 2026 new gTLD round. It suits city technology, connected infrastructure, civic innovation and services built around urban life.

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Application and status facts

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Extension: .smartcity
Current status: Application disclosedICANN 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: Journey To The West Corporationxiyou.domains - xiyou.domains ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - ICANN
Number of publicly announced claims: 1
Contested: No
Public disclosure date: 2026-08-17xiyou.domains - xiyou.domains
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
Authoritative sources: xiyou.domains - xiyou.domains ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD Applications - ICANN ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level Domains - ICANN

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

Illustrative uses

What could a .smartcity domain be used for?

If delegated,.smartcity could provide a clear namespace for organisations working on connected transport, public services, energy systems, digital infrastructure and urban data.

Connected transport hubsA space for mobility platforms, transport coordination and real-time journey information.

Civic technology servicesA home for public-facing digital tools that support residents, planners and local services.

Smart infrastructure programmesUseful for initiatives covering sensors, utilities, lighting and other networked systems.

Urban data platformsA clear fit for dashboards, analytics and data-sharing projects focused on city operations.

Climate and energy systemsSuitable for low-carbon districts, energy management and resilience projects in urban areas.

Property and place brandingA strong choice for developments, districts and innovation zones with a smart-city identity.

Innovation partnershipsHelpful for collaborations between cities, suppliers, universities and technology vendors.

Pilot projects and sandboxesWell suited to trials, demonstrations and test environments for new urban technologies.

Domain name ideas

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

city-transport.smartcityenergy-grid.smartcityurban-data.smartcitypublic-safety.smartcityinnovation-lab.smartcitydistrict-services.smartcity

Possible audiences

Who is .smartcity for?

City authorities
Urban technology suppliers
Transport operators
Utilities and energy providers
Property developers
Research and innovation teams

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

Clear thematic meaning
Sector-specific identity
Useful for collaboration

Considerations

Not yet delegated
Policy and safeguard review
Naming should stay specific

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Frequently asked questions

What is.smartcity?

It is a proposed new generic top-level domain associated with smart-city themed branding and urban technology projects.

Is.smartcity available to register now?

No public source confirms live registration availability at this time.

Who is linked to.smartcity?

Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.smartcity.

What kinds of sites fit.smartcity?

It suits connected transport, civic technology, infrastructure, urban data and innovation-focused projects.

Is.smartcity only for governments?

No. It could also suit suppliers, developers, researchers, utilities and partnership programmes.

Could.smartcity be used for a brand or district?

Yes. It may work well for branded developments, innovation districts and city-led initiatives if delegated.

Sources and review information

xiyou.domainsxiyou.domains - accessed 2026-08-17
ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD ApplicationsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
ICANN Opens Application Window for New Generic Top-Level DomainsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25