.lds Domain
.lds is a brand domain delegated in 2014 and reserved exclusively for IRI Domain Management, LLC (Intellectual Reserve, Inc.), an entity tied to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, based in Salt Lake City.
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About the .LDS domain
What is the .LDS domain?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (colloquially known as the Mormon Church) is a Christian religious denomination founded in 1830 by Joseph Smith, with worldwide headquarters in Salt Lake City and a presence in numerous countries. As with other extensions under Specification 13, .lds is reserved exclusively for the organization's own corporate use, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies.
.lds is a single-registrant brand extension, reserved exclusively for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .LDS
Who is the .LDS domain for?
These are the most common situations where .LDS is the ideal extension.
Corporate use by the LDS Church
The only real use of this extension, tied to the religious organization's identity.
Not available to the general public
No external company or individual can register a .lds domain.
.LDS vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .LDS with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .lds This page | Corporate use by IRI Domain Management, LLC | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .mormon | Corporate use by the same organization (separate extension) | Not available to third parties | Not available |
Registration process
How to register your .LDS 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 .LDS domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .LDS domain
Can I register a .lds domain?
No, this extension is reserved exclusively for the LDS Church's corporate use.
What is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
A Christian religious denomination founded in 1830 by Joseph Smith, headquartered in Salt Lake City.
Who manages the .lds domain?
IRI Domain Management, LLC, based in Salt Lake City. It was delegated to the root zone on November 17, 2014.
Is there any commercial way to get a .lds 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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