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.vendor Domain Names

Application disclosed; not delegated

The.vendor string is a vendor-themed applied-for generic top-level domain. Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.vendor. ICANN’s 2026 round materials show that applied-for strings move through application, evaluation, contention and contracting stages before any delegation to the root zone. (xiyou.domains)

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.vendor
Current status
Application disclosed; not delegatedWhat happens on String Confirmation Day? - ICANN New gTLD Program
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
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.What happens on String Confirmation Day? - ICANN New gTLD Program
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 .vendor domain be used for?

If.vendor progresses to delegation, it could suit branding built around suppliers, sellers, marketplaces and procurement-facing services.

Supplier directoriesCreate a focused space for listing approved suppliers, partners or distributors.
Procurement portalsUse the string for purchasing hubs, vendor onboarding and sourcing workflows.
Marketplace brandingPosition a buying or selling platform around vendors and product listings.
Channel programmesSupport partner, reseller or distributor programmes with a clear vendor-led identity.
Trade event micrositesBuild event pages for vendor showcases, booths and sponsor information.
Software vendor pagesSeparate product, licensing and support pages for technology vendors or publishers.
Supplier trust hubsHost vendor verification, compliance documents and service credentials in one place.
B2B ecosystem sitesPresent an industry network built around vendors, buyers and service providers.

Domain name ideas

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

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Possible audiences

Who is .vendor for?

  • Marketplace operators
  • Procurement teams
  • Technology vendors
  • Channel and partner managers
  • Trade show organisers
  • Industry associations

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Clear commercial signal
  • Memorable positioning
  • Flexible sector fit

Considerations

  • Not yet delegated
  • Narrow semantic fit
  • Future availability unknown

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Frequently asked questions

What does.vendor mean?

It is a vendor-themed applied-for generic top-level domain intended for branding linked to suppliers, sellers and marketplaces.

Is.vendor live?

No. Public disclosure shows an applicant connection, but live registration cannot be assumed from that alone.

Who is associated with.vendor?

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

What kinds of sites suit.vendor?

It suits supplier directories, procurement portals, marketplaces, partner programmes and vendor showcase pages.

Can I register a.vendor domain now?

That depends on whether and how the string progresses through the new gTLD process and launches commercially.

Why would a business choose.vendor?

It can make a commercial or supplier-focused role obvious in the web address itself.

Sources and review information