What does .music mean?
Registry operator: DotMusic Limited — per the IANA root database.
Source: IANA root zone database, checked August 23, 2026.
What .music is actually used for
The .music saga took 10+ years of contention before delegation. The verification requirement keeps it clean. Adoption is early — you'd be betting alongside the registry.
Is .music a country code or generic domain?
.music is a generic top-level domain (gTLD), not tied to any country. It's available to register through accredited registrars worldwide.
Who runs .music?
.music is operated by DotMusic Limited. It has been live in the official IANA DNS root since 2021.
Can anyone register a .music domain?
Yes — .music 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: Finally delegated after a decade of ICANN wars. Community-verified, artist-friendly, still building recognition. For the full pros, cons, and rating, read the complete .music review.