.channel Domain
.channel is a Google gTLD delegated in 2014, intended for creators and publishers hosting digital or physical stores. After a limited registration period, it reached general availability in February 2025.
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About the .CHANNEL domain
What is the .CHANNEL domain?
The extension's launch was structured across several phases: a Sunrise period for holders of trademarks registered in the TMCH, held between May 3 and June 7, 2022, followed by a Limited Registration Period that began on June 8, 2022, and was extended through successive periods until February 3, 2025. From that date, .channel reached general availability, open to any interested applicant, with second-level names assigned on a strict first-come, first-served basis. The extension is specifically intended for content creators and publishers to host or redirect to digital or physical stores featuring their products, as well as for audience-building mechanisms aimed at monetization. It's important not to confuse .channel with .youtube, a completely separate extension that continues to function as a closed brand registry, reserved exclusively for Google and its authorized YouTube channel partners.
Uses of .CHANNEL
Who is the .CHANNEL domain for?
These are the most common situations where .CHANNEL is the ideal extension.
Content creators and digital publishers
The use Google originally intended: hosting stores and monetization mechanisms.
Digital and physical stores linked to an audience
Projects connecting content with the sale of their own products.
Any project since the 2025 general availability
Following the limited registration period, registration is open to anyone.
.CHANNEL vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .CHANNEL with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .channel This page | Any project, especially creators and publishers | None since February 2025 | Inquire |
| .youtube | Exclusive use by Google and authorized partners | Not available to third parties | Not available |
Registration process
How to register your .CHANNEL 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 .CHANNEL domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .CHANNEL domain
Since when has .channel been open to the public?
Since February 3, 2025, at general availability.
Is it the same as .youtube?
No, .youtube is a separate, completely closed extension reserved for Google and its partners.
What is .channel specifically intended for?
For creators and publishers to host digital or physical stores and develop audience-monetization mechanisms.
Who manages the .channel domain?
Charleston Road Registry Inc., under Google Inc. It was delegated to the root zone on August 23, 2014.
How much does a .channel domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .channel domain with miHosting?
Yes, with no restrictions since the 2025 general availability. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.
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