What does .agency mean?
Registry operator: Binky Moon, LLC — per the IANA root database.
Source: IANA root zone database, checked August 23, 2026.
What .agency is actually used for
name.agency works best when 'name' is short. Otherwise you've built a 20-character domain that loses the radio test.
Is .agency a country code or generic domain?
.agency is a generic top-level domain (gTLD), not tied to any country. It's available to register through accredited registrars worldwide.
Who runs .agency?
.agency is operated by Binky Moon, LLC. It has been live in the official IANA DNS root since 2014.
Can anyone register a .agency domain?
Yes — .agency is open for public registration through accredited registrars. Availability of a specific name still depends on whether someone already owns it. Here’s how to check whether a specific name is taken.
Should you use it?
Our short answer: Does what it says. Fine for agencies that want the word in the URL instead of the name. For the full pros, cons, and rating, read the complete .agency review.