First-come, first-served registrationConstruction and development sectorOFAC sanctions validation

.builders domain — the extension for the construction sector

.builders was applied for in 2012 as part of ICANN's first new gTLD programme and is managed by Identity Digital. First-come, first-served registration, with OFAC sanctions validation.

2014 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .BUILDERS domain

What is the .BUILDERS domain?

The .builders is a generic top-level domain that was applied for in 2012, as part of the more than 2,000 applications in ICANN's first new gTLD programme. It is managed by Identity Digital (formerly Donuts Inc.) and aimed at companies, professionals and organisations in the construction and property development sector. The registry allows general first-come, first-served registration, but applies enhanced validation based on the OFAC sanctions list issued by the US government, and some names may be temporarily reserved for the registry's own pioneer programmes or strategic partnerships.
Extension .BUILDERS
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2014
Registry Identity Digital (formerly Donuts Inc.); applied for as part of the 2,000+ new gTLD applications announced by ICANN on 13 June 2012
Restrictions None
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .BUILDERS

Who is the .BUILDERS domain for?

These are the most common situations where .BUILDERS is the ideal extension.

Construction companies

Builders of new construction, renovation and refurbishment looking for an extension directly associated with their activity.

Property developers

Developers building residential or commercial projects wanting to communicate their sector from the URL.

Construction professionals

Architects, surveyors and technical professionals in the building sector.

Contractors and specialist subcontractors

Companies specialising in installations, structures and specialist trades within construction.

Self-builders and owner-build projects

Individuals and small companies managing self-build housing projects.

Building supplies and materials

Distributors and shops selling materials and tools for the sector.

Real examples

Well-known websites with .BUILDERS domain

top.builderssmart.buildersquality.builderslocal.buildersmy.buildersbest.builders

.BUILDERS vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .BUILDERS with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.builders This page Construction, development and sector professionals OFAC sanctions validation (not eligibility) Contact us
.build Construction in general (shorter) None Contact us
.construction Construction in general None Contact us
.com Any project None $14.99/year

Registration process

How to register your .BUILDERS domain at miHosting

01

Check availability

Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.

02

Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

03

Your domain is live

Within minutes your .BUILDERS domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .BUILDERS domain

What validation does the .builders registry apply?

The registry checks applicants against the OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) sanctions list issued by the US government. This is not a professional eligibility restriction, but a regulatory compliance check common to many registries managed by Identity Digital.

Do I need to be a construction company to register .builders?

No. Anyone or any company can register it on a first-come, first-served basis, with no need to prove activity in the construction sector, aside from the sanctions validation mentioned.

How much does a .builders domain cost?

Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our team for an up-to-date, real quote.

Why are some .builders names unavailable?

The registry temporarily reserves some names for its own pioneer programmes, direct sales or strategic partnerships, a common practice across several Identity Digital gTLDs.

Are top.builders or quality.builders good domains?

Yes. top.builders and quality.builders communicate an excellence positioning. local.builders for construction companies focused on a specific geographic market.

Can I transfer my .builders domain to miHosting?

Yes. The transfer has no additional cost in most cases. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar.

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The .builders domain was applied for in 2012 as part of ICANN's first new gTLD programme and is managed by Identity Digital. It is the natural extension for construction companies, property developers, technical professionals and contractors in the construction sector. Registration is first-come, first-served, with compliance validation based on the US government's OFAC sanctions list — not a professional eligibility restriction. top.builders, quality.builders, local.builders — names that communicate the positioning from the URL. Contact our team for a real quote, or combine it with our professional hosting so your construction company has the infrastructure it needs.