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.textile Domain Names

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The.textile extension is a proposed generic top-level domain associated with textile-themed branding and material-focused identity. Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.textile, and the string appeared among the applicants disclosed through the 2026 New gTLD process. Until delegation, it remains a proposed extension rather than a live public domain ending. (xiyou.domains)

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Application and status facts

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Extension
.textile
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 2026 Round Applicant Journey - ICANN New gTLD Program
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

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

Illustrative uses

What could a .textile domain be used for?

If delegated in future,.textile could suit fabric brands, craft ventures and communities built around textiles.

Fabric and fibre brandsIllustrative use for companies working in cloth, yarn, fibre or finished fabrics.
Textile design portfoliosIllustrative use for designers presenting collections, swatches and process work.
Craft marketplacesIllustrative use for stores selling handmade textiles, trims and sewing supplies.
Fashion supply chainsIllustrative use for sourcing, traceability and manufacturing content in apparel sectors.
Textile educationIllustrative use for courses, guides and research on fabric construction and finishing.
Sustainability initiativesIllustrative use for recycled fibres, circular design and low-impact material projects.
Textile communitiesIllustrative use for clubs, associations and events centred on woven and non-woven materials.
Material storytellingIllustrative use for exhibitions, archives and brand narratives built around textile heritage.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .textile for?

  • Textile manufacturers
  • Fashion and apparel brands
  • Craft sellers and makers
  • Design studios
  • Educators and researchers
  • Industry associations

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Clear thematic fit
  • Distinctive branding
  • Sector relevance

Considerations

  • Not yet delegated
  • Niche recognition
  • Applicant-stage uncertainty

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Frequently asked questions

What is.textile?

It is a proposed generic top-level domain associated with textile-themed branding and material-focused use.

Is.textile live yet?

No confirmed public delegation is reflected here, so it should be treated as proposed.

Who is associated with the application?

Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.textile. (xiyou.domains)

What kind of sites could use.textile?

It could suit fabric brands, craft shops, design studios, educational resources and textile communities.

Would.textile be suitable for a brand?

It may be a strong fit for organisations wanting a textile-specific identity.

How is.textile different from.fashion?

Textile points more directly to materials, cloth and production, while fashion is broader and style-led.

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