.hangout Domain
.hangout is a brand gTLD delegated in 2015 and managed by Charleston Road Registry, the Google entity. Originally tied to the Google+ Hangouts service, it is not available for public registration.
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About the .HANGOUT domain
What is the .HANGOUT domain?
This extension was originally conceived to link to select user pages of the Google+ Hangouts service, with an eligibility process and second-level name allocation managed exclusively by Google, so that only certain users meeting the service's own criteria could obtain a name under this extension. Following the discontinuation of Google+ and Hangouts as standalone products, .hangout remains an inactive extension within Google Registry's portfolio, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies.
.hangout is a closed brand extension (dotBrand), owned by Google, originally conceived to link to select Google+ Hangouts user pages, with an eligibility process managed exclusively by Google itself. It is not available for public registration under any circumstances. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .HANGOUT
Who is the .HANGOUT domain for?
These are the most common situations where .HANGOUT is the ideal extension.
Historical use tied to Google+ Hangouts
The extension's original purpose, now discontinued along with the service itself.
Not available to the general public
No individual or external company can register a .hangout domain.
.HANGOUT vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .HANGOUT with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .hangout This page | Exclusive use by Google (historical) | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .com | Any project available for public registration | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .HANGOUT 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 .HANGOUT domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .HANGOUT domain
Can I register a .hangout domain?
No, this extension is owned by Google and has never been open to public registration.
What was .hangout originally used for?
To link to select user pages of the Google+ Hangouts service, now discontinued.
Who manages the .hangout domain?
Charleston Road Registry Inc., under Google Inc. It was delegated to the root zone on January 21, 2015.
Is there any way to get a .hangout domain?
No, there are no registrars offering this extension to the public.
What alternative does miHosting recommend?
A generic extension like .com, available immediately. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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