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Software domain extension

Your Product, With a Clear Software Identity.

.software is a descriptive generic top-level domain for the software industry. A .software domain such as app.software places your chosen name immediately before the extension and signals that your site is about software products, tools or services.

  • Clear signal. The address immediately communicates a software-focused brand.
  • Open registration. Available to anyone — developers, startups, SaaS companies and publishers.
  • Purpose-built. Ideal for product sites, developer tools, SaaS platforms and tech portfolios.
Your product, brought to life with a .software domain app.software above an illustrative website with layered scenery and a [email protected] email card. One name for a website, email, portal and product hub. app.software Your name. Your software identity. APP AboutDocsPricingContact A softwarebeginning. Trusted identity for products,tools and developer platforms. Discover more hello@app.software Website Email Docs Product
The name identifies your product; .software is the domain extension that follows it.

Current prices

.software Domain Pricing

Start with the right name. See registration, renewal and transfer prices together, before you decide.

Your New Beginning

Make It Yours

TSh 46,384 / first year

A software address for your product or brand.

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Renew

Keep Your Name

TSh 139,906 / year

The current price to keep an existing .software domain registered.

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Transfer

Bring Your Domain

TSh 116,116 / transfer

Move the registrar management of an eligible .software domain.

Transfer a .software domain

Price note: prices are loaded from the Truehost catalogue. Taxes, premium names and checkout conditions can change the final total.

Find Your Fit

.software, .io or .com?

One name. Three different first impressions. Compare the audience and the cost before you choose.

Domain comparison and current Truehost prices
The Right Ending
for Your Name
.softwareSoftware.ioTech / Startup.comInternational
Best ForSoftware products,
SaaS & tools
Startups &
developer tools
Brands serving
several regions
The ImpressionA clear software identityA modern tech addressA global presence
First YearTSh 46,384TSh 82,628TSh 20,150
Renewal / YearTSh 139,906TSh 234,546TSh 30,888

Made for Your Product

A .software Domain for Your Work

For the product, tool or platform that needs a clear software address.

Find Your .software

Your Product

Let Your Name Lead

A memorable address that keeps the focus on your software and its purpose.

Your Docs & Portal

Make It Easy to Share

A concise name for documentation, developer portals and product hubs.

Your Studio

Give Your Work a Home

Show tools, libraries and releases under a trusted software address.

Your Existing Brand

Keep Your Name Together

Add the matching .software to protect and extend your product identity.

Domain management

.software Domain Management, Made Simple

Manage your .software registration from the Truehost account and connect the domain to compatible website, email and DNS services.

DNS management

Add and update the records used by your website, email and verification services.

Nameserver control

Point the domain to a compatible external DNS or hosting provider.

Renewal management

See the expiry date and renew the domain from your account.

Behind the Extension

.software Domain Facts

A descriptive generic top-level domain for the software industry, managed by Identity Digital.

26,130
Registry operator
Donuts / Identity Digital
Software
Intended use
Products, tools, SaaS & developers
Open
Registration policy
Available to anyone worldwide

.software Registry and Registration Specifications

Find the details you need. Open a chapter to explore the full specifications.

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Registry IdentityThe extension, operator and category
Registry Identity: .software registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .software specification
Registration sold hereSecond-level name under .software, for example app.software
Registration levelSecond level under the .software generic top-level domain
Parent namespace.software (gTLD)
Registry operatorIdentity Digital (Donuts)
Category purposeSoftware products, tools, SaaS platforms and technology brands
Registration RulesEligibility, name format and registration terms
Registration Rules: .software registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .software specification
Who can registerAnyone — individuals, companies and organisations worldwide; no special eligibility required
Allocation methodFirst come, first served when the requested name is available
Registration termTypically 1–10 years; available term confirmed during checkout
Allowed charactersUnaccented letters a–z, digits 0–9 and hyphens (not leading or trailing)
Case sensitivityNone. Uppercase and lowercase versions are treated as the same domain
Matching extensionsNot included. .software and other endings must each be registered separately
DNS & Registry ServicesNameservers, DNSSEC and public registration data
DNS & Registry Services: .software registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .software specification
DNSSECSupported when the DNS provider supplies compatible signing and DS records
NameserversMultiple nameservers can be recorded
Public registration dataSubject to registry and ICANN policies; WHOIS privacy commonly available
Domain lookupAvailable through WHOIS / RDAP services and accredited registrars
Lifecycle & ProtectionRenewal, recovery and domain disputes
Lifecycle & Protection: .software registry and registration specifications
PropertyCurrent .software specification
Expiry recoveryGrace and redemption windows follow registry rules; exact periods confirmed by the registrar
Domain disputesHandled under the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP) and applicable procedures

Domain lifecycle

What Happens If .software Expires?

Renew before expiry whenever possible. Exact grace and redemption windows are confirmed by the registry and your registrar.

01Resolving

Active

The domain and connected services can operate normally. Keep contact and billing details current.

02Action due

Renewal Due

Renew at TSh 139,906 before expiry to avoid disruption.

03Grace period

Expired

The domain may still be renewable at the standard price for a limited period after expiry.

04Redemption

Recovery window

Recovery may involve additional fees. Contact support before the name is released.

05Released

Available again

Once released, the name may become available for registration by others.

Compare the available durations

Plan the Registration Beyond Year One

A longer registration can reduce the number of renewal transactions while you build. The table uses priced catalogue terms rather than multiplying an introductory offer. Any saving is measured against today’s annual-registration-and-renewal path, not a guaranteed future rate.

Current catalogue prices. Savings compare the total with one year of registration plus annual renewals at today’s rates. Future renewal rates may change. Only available priced terms are listed.
.software: registration TSh 46,384 (researched ≈ $11.68); renewal TSh 139,906 (researched ≈ $29.47) per year.
Term Total Price Savings vs Annual Renewal Action
1 year ≈ $11.68 No saving Search domains
2 years ≈ $41.15 No saving Search domains
3 years ≈ $70.62 No saving Search domains
4 years ≈ $100.09 No saving Search domains
5 years ≈ $129.56 No saving Search domains

Select your term in checkout. Domain availability, applicable promotions, premium-name pricing and taxes are confirmed there. Estimates use Truehost catalogue research (registration ≈ $11.68 + renewal ≈ $29.47 per additional year). Live prices are loaded by the shortcodes and may differ slightly at checkout.

Existing domains

Already Have a .software Domain?

A transfer changes the registrar managing an existing .software domain. It does not require a new name or a website rebuild.

Transfer — TSh 116,116
  1. 01

    Check the registration

    Confirm the domain is eligible to move and you can access its registrar account.

  2. 02

    Submit the transfer

    Enter the existing .software name in the Truehost transfer order.

  3. 03

    Complete registry steps

    Follow the instructions from the current registrar, Truehost and the registry.

Frequently asked questions

.software Domain FAQs

Answers about .software domain registration, pricing, eligibility, DNS, transfers and expiry.

What is a .software domain?

A .software domain is a second-level name such as yourname.software within the .software generic top-level domain. It is designed for software products, tools, SaaS platforms and technology brands.

How much does a .software domain cost?

The current Truehost prices shown on this page are TSh 46,384 to register, TSh 139,906 to renew and TSh 116,116 to transfer. Checkout confirms the final amount. Researched catalogue figures are approximately $11.68 (registration) and $29.47 (renewal).

Who can register a .software domain?

Anyone. There are no special eligibility restrictions. Individuals, companies and organisations worldwide can register.

Should I choose .software or .io?

Choose .software when you want a clear, descriptive software identity. Choose .io for a shorter, startup-oriented tech address. Each ending is registered separately.

Can I use .software for email?

Yes. Connect the domain to a compatible email service and create addresses such as [email protected].

Can I host the website with another provider?

Yes. Point the domain to the nameservers or DNS records supplied by the compatible hosting provider.

How long can I register a .software domain?

Available terms are shown during checkout (commonly 1–10 years). Multi-year options may be offered depending on current catalogue settings.

Which characters can I use in a .software name?

Use unaccented letters, numbers and internal hyphens. Spaces, underscores, other punctuation and a hyphen at either end are not accepted.

Does registering .software include other extensions?

No. The .software name is a separate registration. Search matching .com, .io or other endings if brand protection matters.

Who manages .software domains?

Identity Digital (Donuts) operates the .software registry. Truehost provides the search, registration, billing, account management and customer support used on this page.

What happens when a .software domain expires?

Grace and recovery periods follow registry rules. Renew early. Exact windows and any recovery fees are confirmed by the registry and your registrar.

Is DNSSEC supported?

Yes. DNSSEC is supported when your DNS provider supplies compatible signing and DS records.

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