.dad Domain
.dad is a Google gTLD, delegated in 2014 and open at general availability since May 2, 2023. Unlike extensions such as .google or .youtube, it is available to anyone.
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About the .DAD domain
What is the .DAD domain?
Following a registry agreement signed with ICANN in January 2014, .dad reached general availability on May 2, 2023, allowing anyone to register an available name with no eligibility requirements. This extension is part of the set of domains Google Registry offers openly to the public — alongside .app, .dev, .phd, .prof, .esq, .foo, .zip, .mov, .nexus, .page, .new, .day, or .boo, among others — in clear contrast to extensions like .google, .youtube, or .chrome, which the company keeps closed and reserved exclusively for its own corporate use.
Uses of .DAD
Who is the .DAD domain for?
These are the most common situations where .DAD is the ideal extension.
Personal and family projects
The most direct use: blogs, personal pages, or projects tied to fatherhood.
Any project with no specific restrictions
Being at general availability, anyone can register an available name.
Brands looking for a short, friendly name
A short, memorable extension for projects with a warm, personal tone.
.DAD vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .DAD with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .dad This page | Any project, no restrictions | None | Inquire |
| Exclusive use by Google | Not available to third parties | Not available |
Registration process
How to register your .DAD 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 .DAD domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .DAD domain
Since when has .dad been open to the public?
Since May 2, 2023, at general availability.
What other extensions does Google offer openly?
.app, .dev, .phd, .prof, .esq, .foo, .zip, .mov, .nexus, .page, .new, .day, and .boo, among others.
Why aren't .google or .youtube available if .dad is?
Google reserves those extensions for its own corporate use, while .dad is part of its publicly open catalog.
Who manages the .dad domain?
Charleston Road Registry Inc., under Google Inc. It was delegated to the root zone on June 12, 2014.
How much does a .dad domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .dad domain with miHosting?
Yes, with no eligibility restrictions. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.
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