What does .earth mean?
Registry operator: Interlink Systems Innovation Institute K.K. — per the IANA root database.
Source: IANA root zone database, checked August 23, 2026.
What .earth is actually used for
For a climate startup or environmental nonprofit, name.earth communicates the mission before the H1 loads.
Is .earth a country code or generic domain?
.earth is a generic top-level domain (gTLD), not tied to any country. It's available to register through accredited registrars worldwide.
Who runs .earth?
.earth is operated by Interlink Systems Innovation Institute K.K.. It has been live in the official IANA DNS root since 2015.
Can anyone register a .earth domain?
Yes — .earth 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: The climate/sustainability TLD. Sincere, legible, and increasingly the default for planet-facing orgs. For the full pros, cons, and rating, read the complete .earth review.