Upcoming TLDs / .dragon
Can you register a .dragon domain?
Source: ICANN 2026 round applications, checked October 27, 2026. Not in the IANA root zone as of October 26, 2026.
What .dragon would mean
In their own words, from the public part of each application (question 118):
A dragon is a legendary serpent- or reptile-like creature in world mythology and cultural symbolism, and by extension may describe things associated with dragons, fantasy, strength, guardianship, luck, or auspiciousness.
Who applied for .dragon
Oinkadot Inc
US, stage: Pre-Evaluation Processing
The mission of .DRAGON is to create a distinctive namespace for the cultural, creative, entertainment, sporting, educational, and commercial communities inspired by dragons. With their enduring presence across mythology, folklore, art, literature, games, film, festivals, and popular culture, dragons provide a globally recognizable theme for a broad and expressive digital namespace.
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 .dragon 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 .dragon and its registry announces launch dates.