Upcoming TLDs / .bit
Can you register a .bit domain?
Source: ICANN 2026 round applications, checked October 27, 2026. Not in the IANA root zone as of October 26, 2026.
What .bit would mean
In their own words, from the public part of each application (question 118):
'Bit' is a foundational term in computing, meaning the basic unit of digital information, equal to a single binary digit with a value of 0 or 1. In general English it also means a small piece or amount of something.
Bit commonly refers to a broadly recognized term used across a wide range of contexts.
A unit of information in a computer.
A bit is a small piece, part, or quantity of something. In computing, a bit is a unit of information expressed as either a 0 or 1 in binary notation. It is
the smallest unit of data
A binary digit in computing; it can also mean a small amount or piece of something.
"Bit" is the basic unit of information in computing and digital communications, representing a single binary value of either 0 or 1.
A bit is a binary digit, the smallest unit of digital information, and by extension a small portion or piece of something. The term is also widely used in computing, electronics, and digital culture, including references such as 8-bit.
Fundamental unit of digital information
"Bit" is an English word meaning a small piece, portion, or amount of something; in computing, a contraction of "binary digit," the basic unit of digital information.
BIT is the smallest unit of digital information, represented by a 0 or 1, and the foundation of everything online.
Who applied for .bit
Aruba PEC S.P.A.
IT, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
The mission and purpose of the applied-for .bit gTLD is to provide a dedicated namespace for the technology, software, and digital product community. "Bit" is a foundational term in computing, being the basic unit of digital information, and is widely recognised as shorthand for anything technical or data-related, giving it natural appeal to developers, technology companies, and digital startups seeking a short, memorable identity. Intended registrants include software developers and engineering teams, technology startups and SaaS providers, digital agencies and studios, hardware and …
Duel Meaning, LLC
US, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
The mission of .BIT is to provide a namespace associated with the applied-for string. The .BIT gTLD is intended to serve a broad range of registrants and users, including individuals, businesses, organizations, communities, projects, and other entities that identify with, relate to, or wish to be associated with the concept represented by the applied-for string.
Hong Kong Zhongze International Limited
HK, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
1. Mission and Objectives
Internet Naming Company
KY, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
The mission and purpose of .bit is to give developers more domain choices for projects, tools, and identities in a namespace that is generic and usable across any computing platform. As an unrestricted and open gTLD, .bit can also be used by any individual or business for compact, standalone projects or websites — a quick tutorial, a single tool or part, a short comedy routine, or a small-batch product — signaling something intentionally small and focused rather than a big platform or catalog.
Link Freedom Group / LFG
Link Freedom Group Ltd, MT, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
Link Freedom Group (LFG) aspires to become a best-in-class, vertically integrated domain name registration authority, see linkfreedomgroup.link. This TLD is part of a carefully curated portfolio of strings that LFG intends to pursue in ICANN’s 2026 New gTLD Program. In assembling this portfolio, LFG focused on securing meaningful, memorable, and commercially compelling strings that resonate strongly with end users and offer long-term growth potential.
ShortDot (Ireland) Limited
IE, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
The mission of .bit is to provide a concise namespace for computing, software, digital assets, data, technology services and short-form digital content.
Registry Services, LLC
US, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
1. Describe the mission and purpose of the applied-for gTLD.
Oinkadot Inc
US, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
The mission of .BIT is to create a distinctive namespace rooted in one of the fundamental building blocks of the digital world: the bit. As the basic unit of digital information, "bit" has enduring relevance across computing, software, data, electronics, cybersecurity, communications, and emerging technologies, while also carrying familiar associations with binary and 8-bit digital culture.
Qaten Group Limited
VG, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
The .BIT TLD is intended to provide a trusted and distinctive namespace for organizations and individuals engaged in software development, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and emerging digital technologies.
Radix Technologies Inc SEZC
Radix Technologies Inc SEZC, KY, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
1. Mission and purpose: The mission of .bit is to provide the technology world with a namespace built on the fundamental unit of digital information. Intended registrants include software companies, developers and digital product makers; technology media, education and community sites; electronics and hardware businesses; and brands across gaming, data and digital services. Intended users are the developers, technologists and consumers those registrants serve globally. Following delegation, the applicant will, as registry operator of the .bit TLD, conduct a phased launch, implement all …
XYZ.COM LLC
US, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
1. Mission and purpose. This gTLD will be operated as an open, unrestricted generic top-level domain. Its purpose is to expand naming choice in the DNS by making this term available at the top level for any lawful use chosen by the registrant. Registrations will be available to all registrants on a first-come, first-served basis through ICANN-accredited registrars, subject only to the Registry Agreement, ICANN Consensus Policies, and applicable law. The applicant will not operate this gTLD on an exclusive basis.
What happens next
- April 30, 2026: Application window opened (done)
- August 12, 2026: Application window closed (done)
- October 7, 2026: Reveal Day: ICANN published every applied-for string (done)
- October 21, 2026: Replacement period ended (applicants could switch to a backup string) (done)
- November 17, 2026: String Confirmation Day: the final list of applied-for strings
- March 16, 2027: Community input and objections period ends
Dates from ICANN’s Reveal Day announcement, checked October 27, 2026. We re-check the applications every day and this page changes when they do.
When will .bit be available?
ICANN has not set a date. The final list of applied-for strings comes on String Confirmation Day (November 17, 2026), community input and objections run until March 16, 2027, and ICANN processes applications after a prioritization draw in 2027. Registration opens only after ICANN delegates .bit and its registry announces launch dates.