What does .lol mean?
Registry operator: XYZ.COM LLC — per the IANA root database.
Source: IANA root zone database, checked August 23, 2026.
What .lol is actually used for
Meme-adjacent projects only. If the product outlives the joke, migrate.
Is .lol a country code or generic domain?
.lol is a generic top-level domain (gTLD), not tied to any country. It's available to register through accredited registrars worldwide.
Who runs .lol?
.lol is operated by XYZ.COM LLC. It has been live in the official IANA DNS root since 2015.
Can anyone register a .lol domain?
Yes — .lol 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: Funny once. Weaker than .wtf at the same job because it reads as the punchline instead of delivering one. For the full pros, cons, and rating, read the complete .lol review.