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Creative digital identity

Show the World Your Work Belongs in a Studio.

The .studio extension is an open generic top-level domain built for creative practices. A name such as peakform.studio places the brand word directly in front of a clear creative signal, ideal for design, photography, architecture, film, music and agency work.

  • Creative signal. Visitors immediately understand the site belongs to a studio or creative practice.
  • Short and memorable. Easy to say, type and share across portfolios and proposals.
  • Open to anyone. No industry credentials or local-presence rules required.
Brand identity illustrated with a .studio domain Peakform.studio shown above a sample website interface and a matching [email protected] email card. peakform.studio Creative name. Instant recognition. PEAKFORM AboutWorkShopContact Made forcreators. A domain that signals studiopractice from the first click. View more hello@peakform.studio Website Email Shop Portal
The brand word leads; .studio confirms the creative practice.

Transparent costs

Current .studio Price List

Review the figures for a fresh registration, yearly renewal and inbound transfer before placing an order.

New Registration

Take the Name

TSh 34,216 / first year

Secure a creative-focused web address for your studio or practice.

Search .studio domains
Keep Ownership

Yearly Renewal

TSh 136,526 / year

Extend an existing .studio registration for another twelve months.

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Change Registrar

Inbound Transfer

TSh 112,866 / transfer

Bring an eligible .studio name under Truehost management.

Transfer a .studio domain

Price note: amounts are pulled from the live Truehost catalogue. Final totals may vary with taxes, premium names or checkout conditions.

Side-by-side view

.studio, .com and .design Compared

The same core word creates different signals depending on the extension. Match the ending to your audience and creative focus.

Domain comparison and current Truehost prices
Selecting the
right ending
.studioCreative practice.comGlobal default.designDesign focused
Strongest fitStudios, agencies,
portfolios & practices
Organisations with
cross-border reach
Design-led brands
and product teams
Audience signalCreative studio identityInternational presenceDesign specialisation
First YearTSh 34,216TSh 20,150TSh 8,580
Renewal / YearTSh 136,526TSh 30,888TSh 195,676

Real-world fits

Situations Where .studio Excels

From design studios and photography practices to architecture firms, film production and creative agencies, the extension supports a wide range of professional identities.

Find Your .studio

Studio identity

Lead with the Brand

A clear creative address keeps attention on the name you chose.

Agency or practice

Simple to Spread

Works cleanly on business cards, proposals, social posts and spoken introductions.

Creative work

House Your Projects

Give completed work a professional home under a studio-focused extension.

Name security

Cover Parallel Endings

Register the .studio form in addition to any existing .com or .design name.

Day-to-day tools

Control Your .studio from One Account

Adjust DNS, switch nameservers, track renewals and handle transfers inside your Truehost dashboard, then connect the domain to the platforms you already use.

DNS management

Add or edit the records that connect websites, mail and verification services.

Nameserver control

Delegate the domain to any compatible external DNS or hosting provider.

Renewal management

Monitor the expiry date and renew without leaving your account.

Registry context

Essential .studio Facts

.studio is an open generic top-level domain operated by Identity Digital. It was designed for creative professionals, studios and related practices and has no eligibility restrictions.

Identity Digital
Registry operator
Dog Beach, LLC (Identity Digital group)
2015
Public launch
Delegated and opened for general registration
Open
Eligibility
Available worldwide with no restrictions

.studio Registry and Registration Specifications

Expand any chapter for the complete technical and policy details.

Registry IdentityThe extension, operator and launch context
Registry Identity: .studio registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .studio specification
Registration sold hereSecond-level .studio name, for example peakform.studio
Registration levelSecond level directly beneath .studio
Parent namespace.studio, a generic top-level domain (gTLD)
Registry operatorIdentity Digital (Dog Beach, LLC)
Public launch2015
Registration RulesEligibility, name format and registration terms
Registration Rules: .studio registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .studio specification
Who can registerAny person or organisation worldwide; no local presence, credential or industry restriction
Allocation methodFirst come, first served when the requested name is available
Registration termTypically 1–10 years; the available term is confirmed during checkout
Allowed charactersUnaccented letters a–z, digits 0–9 and internal hyphens
Matching extensionsNot included. .studio, .com and .design must each be registered separately
DNS & Registry ServicesNameservers, DNSSEC and public registration data
DNS & Registry Services: .studio registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .studio specification
DNSSECSupported when the DNS provider supplies compatible signing and DS records
NameserversMultiple nameservers can be recorded at registry level
Domain lookupPublic registration data is available through WHOIS and RDAP services
Lifecycle & ProtectionRenewal, recovery and domain disputes
Lifecycle & Protection: .studio registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .studio specification
Expiry recoveryStandard gTLD grace and redemption periods apply; exact timing follows current registry policy
Domain disputesUDRP and related rights-protection mechanisms apply

End-of-term process

After a .studio Registration Lapses

Renew ahead of the expiry date whenever possible. Standard gTLD grace and recovery windows apply; once those close the domain can stop resolving and eventually return to the available pool.

01Resolving

Active

The domain and linked services function normally. Keep contact and billing information current.

02Action due

Renewal Due

Renew at TSh 136,526 before the expiry date to prevent disruption.

03Grace period

Expired

A standard grace period may still permit renewal under current registry policy.

04After grace

Redemption

Recovery may involve additional fees. Contact support if the domain has entered this stage.

05Later

Released

If recovery does not occur the name may return to the available pool and can be claimed by others.

Extended terms

Register for Multiple Years

Review the term options below. During checkout you can search a name, select a duration and confirm the exact total. These links open the registration process without pre-selecting a term.

Current prices: registration TSh 34,216; renewal TSh 136,526 per year. Multi-year totals are confirmed at checkout.
TermTotal priceRegistration termAction
1 yearConfirmed at checkout1 year, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 1-year term
2 yearsConfirmed at checkout2 years, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 2-year term
3 yearsConfirmed at checkout3 years, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 3-year term
4 yearsConfirmed at checkout4 years, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 4-year term
5 yearsConfirmed at checkout5 years, subject to checkout availabilitySearch domains for a 5-year term

Existing registration

Bring a .studio Domain to Truehost

A transfer only changes the managing registrar. It does not require a new name or a rebuilt website.

Transfer — TSh 112,866
  1. 01

    Verify eligibility

    Confirm the domain can be moved and that you control the current registrar account.

  2. 02

    Submit the request

    Enter the existing .studio name into the Truehost transfer form.

  3. 03

    Finish the process

    Follow the instructions provided by the current registrar, Truehost and the registry.

Answers to frequent questions

.studio Domain FAQs

Clear responses covering registration, pricing, eligibility, DNS, transfers and the expiry process for the .studio extension.

What is a .studio domain?

It is an open generic top-level domain designed for creative practices, studios, agencies, portfolios and related projects. Names take the form yourname.studio.

What does a .studio domain cost at Truehost?

The prices shown on this page are TSh 34,216 for a new registration, TSh 136,526 for renewal and TSh 112,866 for a transfer. Checkout displays the final amount.

Who can register a .studio domain?

Anyone worldwide. There is no local-presence requirement, industry credential check or other restriction. Individuals, studios, agencies and organisations may all register available names.

Is .studio only for design studios?

No. While it is popular with design, photography, architecture and film studios, the extension is open and works well for any creative practice, agency, portfolio or project that wants a clear studio signal.

Can email addresses be created on a .studio domain?

Yes. Point the domain to a compatible email service and create addresses in the form [email protected].

Can the website be hosted elsewhere?

Yes. Update the nameservers or individual DNS records to the values supplied by the chosen hosting provider.

For how many years can a .studio domain be registered?

Available terms appear during checkout. One-year and multi-year options (commonly up to 10 years) are offered, subject to registry and registrar policy.

Which characters are allowed in a .studio label?

Unaccented letters, numbers and internal hyphens are accepted. Spaces, underscores, other punctuation and leading or trailing hyphens are rejected.

Does a .studio registration include the matching .com?

No. Each extension must be registered separately. Search both versions if control of the parallel names is required.

Which organisation runs the .studio registry?

Identity Digital (through Dog Beach, LLC) operates the .studio top-level domain. Truehost provides the search, registration, billing, account tools and support shown on this page.

What occurs after a .studio domain expires?

Standard gTLD grace and redemption periods apply. After those windows the domain may stop resolving and eventually return to the available pool. Renew early to avoid interruption.

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