What does .art mean?
Registry operator: UK Creative Ideas Limited — per the IANA root database.
Source: IANA root zone database, checked August 23, 2026.
What .art is actually used for
One of the best-executed niche TLD launches. For artists, galleries, and art platforms, name.art is arguably better than the .com.
Is .art a country code or generic domain?
.art is a generic top-level domain (gTLD), not tied to any country. It's available to register through accredited registrars worldwide.
Who runs .art?
.art is operated by UK Creative Ideas Limited. It has been live in the official IANA DNS root since 2017.
Can anyone register a .art domain?
Yes — .art 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: Elegant and adopted — museums, galleries, and NFT platforms all landed on .art. Rare new TLD with genuine prestige. For the full pros, cons, and rating, read the complete .art review.