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Own a .design Domain Starting at TSh 8,580
Creative digital identity
Show the World Your Work Belongs in Design.
The .design extension is a purpose-built generic top-level domain for designers, studios, agencies and creative professionals. A name such as peakform.design places the focus squarely on the craft and the portfolio behind it.
- Clear creative signal. Visitors immediately understand the site is about design work.
- Short and memorable. Ideal for portfolios, case studies and agency websites.
- Open to everyone. No residency or industry restrictions apply.
Transparent costs
Current .design Price List
Review the figures for a fresh registration, yearly renewal and inbound transfer before placing an order.
Take the Name
TSh 8,580 / first year
Secure a focused creative web address for your studio, portfolio or agency.
Search .design domainsYearly Renewal
TSh 195,676 / year
Extend an existing .design registration for another twelve months.
View Domain PricesInbound Transfer
TSh 163,488 / transfer
Bring an eligible .design name under Truehost management.
Transfer a .design domainPrice note: amounts are pulled from the live Truehost catalogue. Final totals may vary with taxes, premium names or checkout conditions.
Side-by-side view
.design, .studio and .com Compared
The same core word creates different signals depending on the extension. Match the ending to your audience and creative positioning.
| Selecting the right ending | .designCreative focus | .studioStudio & practice | .comGlobal default |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongest fit | Designers, agencies and portfolios | Studios, practices and collaborative teams | Brands with cross-border reach |
| Audience signal | Clear design identity | Creative workspace | International presence |
| First Year | TSh 8,580 | TSh 34,216 | TSh 20,150 |
| Renewal / Year | TSh 195,676 | TSh 136,526 | TSh 30,888 |
More endings
Alternatives to a Plain .design
Explore related creative extensions and widely used global options. Pricing updates from the active catalogue.
Real-world fits
Situations Where .design Excels
From independent portfolios to full-service agencies and product design teams, the extension supports a wide range of creative goals.
Find Your .designPortfolio identity
Lead with the Work
A short creative address keeps attention on the projects you want to showcase.
Agency or studio
Simple to Spread
Works cleanly on business cards, proposals, social posts and spoken introductions.
Independent practice
House Your Projects
Give completed case studies and personal work a professional creative home.
Name security
Cover Parallel Endings
Register the design-focused form in addition to any existing studio or commercial names.
Day-to-day tools
Control Your .design 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 .design Facts
.design is an open generic top-level domain created for the global design community. It is operated by Identity Digital and available to anyone worldwide.
- Open
- Registration model
- Available to individuals and organisations worldwide
- Creative
- Primary audience
- Designers, studios, agencies and creative teams
- 2015
- Public launch
- General availability began in 2015
.design Registry and Registration Specifications
Expand any chapter for the complete technical and policy details.
Registry IdentityThe extension, operator and purpose
| Property | Current .design specification |
|---|---|
| Registration sold here | Second-level .design name, for example peakform.design |
| Registration level | Second level directly beneath .design |
| Parent namespace | .design, a generic top-level domain (gTLD) |
| Registry operator | Identity Digital (via CentralNic platform services) |
| Intended use | Design professionals, studios, agencies and creative projects |
Registration RulesEligibility, name format and registration terms
| Property | Current .design specification |
|---|---|
| Who can register | Any person or organisation worldwide; no local presence or credential requirements |
| Allocation method | First come, first served when the requested name is available |
| Registration term | Typically 1 year and multi-year options; the available term is confirmed during checkout |
| Allowed characters | Unaccented letters a–z, digits 0–9 and internal hyphens |
| Matching extensions | Not included. .design, .studio and .com must each be registered separately |
DNS & Registry ServicesNameservers, DNSSEC and public registration data
| Property | Current .design specification |
|---|---|
| DNSSEC | Supported when the DNS provider supplies compatible signing and DS records |
| Nameservers | Multiple nameservers can be recorded at registry level |
| Domain lookup | Public registration data is available through standard WHOIS and RDAP services |
Lifecycle & ProtectionRenewal, recovery and domain disputes
| Property | Current .design specification |
|---|---|
| Expiry recovery | Standard gTLD grace and redemption periods apply; exact timing follows current registry policy |
| Domain disputes | ICANN rights-protection mechanisms and registry dispute processes apply |
End-of-term process
After a .design Registration Lapses
Renew ahead of the expiry date whenever possible. Under standard gTLD policy a grace period follows expiry; once it closes the domain can enter a redemption phase and eventually become available again.
Active
The domain and linked services function normally. Keep contact and billing information current.
Renewal Due
Renew at TSh 195,676 before the expiry date to prevent disruption.
Expired
A limited grace period may still permit standard renewal under current registry policy.
Redemption
Recovery may involve additional fees. Contact support if the domain has entered this stage.
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.
| Term | Total price | Registration term | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | Confirmed at checkout | 1 year, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 1-year term |
| 2 years | Confirmed at checkout | 2 years, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 2-year term |
| 3 years | Confirmed at checkout | 3 years, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 3-year term |
| 4 years | Confirmed at checkout | 4 years, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 4-year term |
| 5 years | Confirmed at checkout | 5 years, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 5-year term |
Existing registration
Bring a .design Domain to Truehost
A transfer only changes the managing registrar. It does not require a new name or a rebuilt website.
Transfer — TSh 163,488- 01
Verify eligibility
Confirm the domain can be moved and that you control the current registrar account.
- 02
Submit the request
Enter the existing .design name into the Truehost transfer form.
- 03
Finish the process
Follow the instructions provided by the current registrar and Truehost.
Answers to frequent questions
.design Domain FAQs
Clear responses covering registration, pricing, eligibility, DNS, transfers and the expiry process for the .design extension.
What is a .design domain?
It is a generic top-level domain created for designers, studios, agencies and creative professionals. Names take the form yourname.design and are open to anyone worldwide.
What does a .design domain cost at Truehost?
The prices shown on this page are TSh 8,580 for a new registration, TSh 195,676 for renewal and TSh 163,488 for a transfer. Checkout displays the final amount.
Should I pick .design or .studio?
Select .design when you want a clear creative or design-focused signal. Select .studio when the emphasis is on a collaborative workspace or practice. The two endings are independent registrations.
Who can register a .design domain?
Anyone. There is no residency, citizenship or professional credential requirement. Individuals, freelancers, studios and agencies can all register available names.
Can email addresses be created on a .design 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 .design domain be registered?
Available terms appear during checkout. One-year and multi-year options are commonly offered, subject to registry and registrar policy.
Which characters are allowed in a .design label?
Unaccented letters, numbers and internal hyphens are accepted. Spaces, underscores, other punctuation and leading or trailing hyphens are rejected.
Does a .design registration include the matching .studio?
No. Each extension must be registered separately. Search both versions if control of the parallel names is required.
Which organisation runs the .design registry?
Identity Digital operates the .design top-level domain. Truehost provides the search, registration, billing, account tools and support shown on this page.
What occurs after a .design domain expires?
Under standard gTLD policy a grace period follows expiry. After that window the domain may enter a redemption phase. Renew early to avoid interruption and extra recovery costs.
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