.bond domain — the open extension managed by ShortDot
.bond was originally applied for as a brand domain by Bond University, but opened to the public in 2019 and is now managed by ShortDot SA, with no registration restrictions.
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About the .BOND domain
What is the .BOND domain?
Uses of .BOND
Who is the .BOND domain for?
These are the most common situations where .BOND is the ideal extension.
Financial and bond investment sector
Investment firms, banks and platforms related to financial bonds, matching the English meaning of the term.
Entertainment brands and wordplay projects
Projects leveraging the association of "bond" with James Bond and spy pop culture.
Bail and surety legal services
Bail bond companies, surety providers and legal services related to guarantees.
Projects linked to Bond-named universities
Although the Australian university no longer manages the extension, educational projects can use it for its academic origin.
Personal bonds and relationships
Brands and projects centred on the concept of "bond" in the sense of connection or relationship.
Any brand seeking a short, memorable domain
Businesses in any sector valuing a short, restriction-free domain managed by an established registry.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .BOND domain
.BOND vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .BOND with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .bond This page | Any project, with a nod to finance or spy culture | None | Market: variable, from low promotions |
| .finance | Finance in general | None | Contact us |
| .capital | Capital and asset management | None | Contact us |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .BOND domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .BOND domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .BOND domain
Why did Bond University originally apply for this extension?
Like many institutions during ICANN's first new gTLD programme, Bond University Limited, an Australian university, initially applied for .bond as a brand domain for its own use. The extension eventually opened to the general public under the management of ShortDot SA.
Who can register a .bond domain today?
Anyone or any company, with no geographic, professional or trademark-based restrictions. It has been open to the public since 19 November 2019.
How much does a .bond domain cost?
Pricing varies widely by registrar, with very low first-year promotions in some cases versus a higher renewal cost. Contact our team for a real quote.
Is james.bond a real domain?
Yes, it's a well-known example: ShortDot SA, the registry behind .bond, has actively marketed names like james.bond and 007.bond as premium domains, playing on the term's cultural association with the fictional character.
Is .bond suitable for a financial company?
Yes. "Bond" means a financial bond in English investment terminology, making it a natural combination for investment firms, banks and bond-related platforms.
Can I transfer my .bond domain to miHosting?
Yes. The transfer has no additional cost in most cases. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar.
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