Over 66,000 domains — 0.14% of all domains worldwideLaunched in 2018, years after similar extensionsNo registration restrictions

.llc Domain

.llc was registered with IANA on 16 February 2018 — much later than most similar extensions, launched between 2013 and 2015 — originally delegated to Afilias plc. It now exceeds 66,000 registered domains, 0.14% of all domains worldwide, with a notable 81.03% active in the DNS zone.

2018 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .LLC domain

What is the .LLC domain?

.llc is a generic top-level domain that took its name from "Limited Liability Company," the most common corporate legal form for small and medium businesses in the United States. It was registered with IANA on 16 February 2018 — several years after most extensions in its thematic category, due to an especially contested application process at ICANN — originally delegated to Afilias plc, and is currently managed by Identity Digital Limited. Despite its late launch, .llc has been a notable success: it exceeds 66,000 domains registered worldwide, 0.14% of all existing domains, with 81.03% active in the DNS zone. The registrar profile is led by GoDaddy (25.29%) and, quite notably, Squarespace in second place (16.58%) — an unusually high share — followed by Namecheap, Tucows and Porkbun.
Extension .LLC
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2018
Registry Identity Digital Limited (formerly Afilias plc); initial delegation on 21 February 2018
Restrictions None
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .LLC

Who is the .LLC domain for?

These are the most common situations where .LLC is the ideal extension.

Limited liability companies (LLCs) in the U.S.

The most direct use, best reflected in the data: companies incorporated under this legal form.

U.S. small and medium businesses

LLCs are the preferred legal form for most small businesses and freelancers in the U.S.

Freelancers and consultants incorporated as an LLC

Independent professionals forming an LLC to protect their personal assets.

Small businesses with simple Squarespace-built sites

Squarespace's strong presence confirms notable real use among small businesses prioritizing simple sites.

Brands already on .com reinforcing their legal form

Companies adding .llc as a complementary domain.

Startups and digital businesses

Tech companies incorporating as an LLC for its tax and legal flexibility.

.LLC vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .LLC with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.llc This page Limited liability companies in the U.S. None Contact us
.com Any project None $14.99/year
.inc "Incorporated" companies in the U.S. None formal Contact us
.limited "Limited" companies in the UK None Contact us

Registration process

How to register your .LLC domain at miHosting

01

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.

02

Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

03

Your domain is live

Within minutes your .LLC domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .LLC domain

What does .llc mean?

It comes from "Limited Liability Company," the most common corporate legal form for small and medium businesses in the United States.

Why did .llc launch so late, in 2018?

It had an especially contested application process at ICANN, with several competing applicants, which delayed its launch several years relative to similar extensions in its category.

Why does Squarespace have such a large share of .llc?

It ranks second with 16.58%, an unusually high figure confirming notable real use among small businesses that prioritize simple-to-build sites.

Who manages the .llc domain?

Identity Digital Limited, previously under Afilias plc since its IANA registration in February 2018.

Are there restrictions on registering a .llc domain?

There are no documented formal restrictions, though its meaning is directly tied to this U.S. legal form.

Can I register my .llc domain with miHosting?

Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing for this extension.

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The .llc domain was registered with IANA in February 2018 — following an especially contested ICANN application process — and is managed by Identity Digital Limited. With over 66,000 domains registered and 81.03% actually active, it has been a notable success despite its late launch, with a registrar profile distinguished by Squarespace's unusually strong second-place position. Contact our team for current pricing and pair it with our professional hosting for your company.