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.sound Domain Names

Application announced

Publicly announced information identifies Name Space LLC as the applicant associated with.sound. The string appears in historical Name.Space application records, while ICANN’s 2026 New gTLD programme is the current application framework for new strings..sound is best understood as a proposed audio-themed extension for projects built around music, listening, recording, voice and sound technology.

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.sound
Current status
Application announcedThe New gTLD Program - ICANN
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
Number of publicly announced claims
1
Contested
No
Application round/programme
ICANN application programme information recorded.The New gTLD Program - 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 .sound domain be used for?

If delegated in future,.sound would suit names and branding built around audio, listening and sonic identity.

Music releasesArtist pages, album microsites and release campaigns centred on recorded music.
Audio streamingPlatforms for podcasts, mixes, live sessions and on-demand listening.
Sound designPortfolios and studios showcasing effects, scoring and production work.
Voice technologyProducts and services linked to speech interfaces, assistants and voice tools.
Acoustic researchAcademic or commercial projects focused on hearing, acoustics and measurement.
Event audioServices for concerts, festivals, venues and live sound engineering.
Sonic brandingCampaigns built around jingles, brand audio and signature sound identities.
Audio community hubsForums, showcases and fan spaces for listeners, creators and engineers.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .sound for?

  • Musicians and labels
  • Podcasters
  • Sound engineers
  • Audio startups
  • Studios and agencies
  • Researchers and educators

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Highly relevant meaning
  • Strong thematic fit
  • Memorable naming

Considerations

  • Not delegated in the root zone
  • Applicant context matters
  • Brand fit should be specific

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Frequently asked questions

What is.sound?

.sound is a proposed generic top-level domain intended to evoke audio, music, voice and sound-related branding.

Is.sound live and available for registration?

No public root-zone delegation is indicated here, so it should be treated as a proposed extension rather than a live registration option.

Who is associated with.sound?

Publicly announced information identifies Name Space LLC as the applicant associated with.sound.

What kinds of projects suit.sound?

It is a strong thematic fit for music, podcasts, audio tools, studios, voice services and sonic branding.

Why would a brand choose.sound?

It can make an audio-focused name more memorable and immediately suggest what the project does.

Does.sound have to be used only for music?

No. It can also suit voice technology, acoustic research, event audio and other sound-led uses.

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