.msd Domain
.msd is a brand domain delegated in 2016 and reserved exclusively for MSD Registry Holdings, Inc., based in Branchburg, New Jersey.
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About the .MSD domain
What is the .MSD domain?
MSD is the name used outside the United States and Canada by the US pharmaceutical company known as Merck & Co. in those two countries, to distinguish itself from Germany's Merck KGaA (registrant of the .emerck extension), one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. As with other extensions under Specification 13, .msd is reserved exclusively for the company's own corporate use, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies.
.msd is a single-registrant brand extension, reserved exclusively for MSD, the US pharmaceutical company (known as Merck in the United States and Canada), with no registration process open to individuals or external companies. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .MSD
Who is the .MSD domain for?
These are the most common situations where .MSD is the ideal extension.
Corporate use by MSD
The only real use of this extension, tied to the US pharmaceutical company's identity.
Not available to the general public
No external company or individual can register a .msd domain.
.MSD vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .MSD with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .msd This page | Corporate use by MSD Registry Holdings, Inc. | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .emerck | Corporate use by German pharmaceutical company Merck KGaA (separate entity) | Not available to third parties | Not available |
Registration process
How to register your .MSD domain at miHosting
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.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .MSD domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .MSD domain
Can I register a .msd domain?
No, this extension is reserved exclusively for MSD's corporate use.
What is MSD?
The international name of the US pharmaceutical company known as Merck & Co. in the US and Canada.
Why is it called MSD and not Merck?
To distinguish itself from Germany's Merck KGaA, which holds rights to the Merck name outside North America.
Who manages the .msd domain?
MSD Registry Holdings, Inc., based in Branchburg, New Jersey. It was delegated to the root zone on July 20, 2016.
What alternative does miHosting recommend?
A generic extension like .com, available immediately. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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