DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE
.synth Domain Names
Application disclosed; not delegatedPublicly announced information identifies Starlight Registry, associated with Namecheap, as the applicant for.synth in ICANN’s 2026 round. ICANN has said applied-for strings will be published on Reveal Day after administrative review, and that final application details follow the application process rather than implying delegation. (rapidwombat.com)
.synth 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
- .synth
- Current status
- Application disclosed; not delegatedICANN 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
- Starlight RegistryFrequently Asked Questions | ICANN New gTLDs - ICANN New gTLD Program
- Number of publicly announced claims
- 1
- Contested
- No
- Public disclosure date
- 2026-08-19Frequently Asked Questions | ICANN New gTLDs - ICANN New gTLD Program
- 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
A public application, applicant identity, approval, registry operation, root-zone delegation and live registration availability are separate facts.
Illustrative uses
What could a .synth domain be used for?
If.synth reaches the root zone, it could suit projects that want a concise name linked to synthesis, synthetic media, audio tools, compositing, or systems design.
Domain name ideas
Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.
Possible audiences
Who is .synth for?
- AI and media startups
- Audio technology brands
- Research groups
- Creative studios
- Developer platforms
- Community projects
Benefits and considerations
Benefits
- Highly distinctive branding
- Strong sector fit
- Flexible for many niches
Considerations
- Not delegated yet
- Potential contention or change
- Meaning may need explanation
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.synth live for registration?
Not on the evidence available here. Publicly announced material identifies it as a disclosed proposed string in ICANN’s 2026 round, not a delegated extension.
Who is associated with the.synth application?
Publicly announced information identifies Starlight Registry, associated with Namecheap, as the applicant linked to.synth.
What kind of projects suit.synth?
It suits projects connected with synthesis, synthetic media, audio tools, compositing, automation or experimental technology.
Can I buy a.synth domain now?
There is no public evidence here that registrations are open. Availability depends on the outcome of the ICANN process and any future registry launch.
Why might a brand choose.synth?
It offers a compact and memorable identity for products or communities that want a modern, concept-led domain.
Could.synth be used outside technology?
Yes. It could also work for research, education, art or community projects that use synthesis as a theme.
Sources and review information
- ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD ApplicationsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25
- The New gTLD ProgramICANN New gTLD Program - accessed 2026-08-25
- Frequently Asked Questions | ICANN New gTLDsICANN New gTLD Program - accessed 2026-08-25
- .den: who has publicly claimed it (ICANN 2026 round)RapidWombat - accessed 2026-08-25
