Hardware stores, SaaS and digital platformsFixed price $32.99/yearNo restrictions

.tools domain — the extension for tools and utilities

.tools is the extension for hardware stores, digital tool platforms, productivity SaaS and any project where tools are the product.

From $32.99/year · Renewal $32.99/year · No hidden fees

2014 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
$32.99 Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .TOOLS domain

What is the .TOOLS domain?

The .tools is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) managed by Identity Digital. It was delegated by ICANN in 2014. 'Tools' spans two major worlds: physical tools (hardware stores, DIY tools, professional equipment) and digital tools (SaaS platforms, online utilities, productivity software). .tools is the extension for both worlds — any project where tools are the product. No restrictions. Fixed price $32.99/year.
Extension .TOOLS
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2014
Registry Identity Digital
Restrictions None
Registration $32.99/year
Renewal $32.99/year

Uses of .TOOLS

Who is the .TOOLS domain for?

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

Hardware stores and tool shops

Hand and power tool stores, online hardware shops and professional equipment distributors.

SaaS platforms and digital utilities

Online productivity tools, SaaS platforms and any software that defines itself as a 'tool'.

Tools for builders and contractors

Construction tool distributors, building equipment and tools for professional contractors.

Creative and design tools

Designer tool platforms, online image editors, content generators and creative utilities.

Marketing and SEO tools

Marketing tool platforms, SEO analysis, social media management and utilities for digital professionals.

Developer and programming tools

DevTools, developer tool platforms, code extensions and programming utilities.

Real examples

Well-known websites with .TOOLS domain

my.toolspro.toolsdev.toolsai.toolsseo.toolsfree.toolsbest.toolssmart.tools

.TOOLS vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

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

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.tools This page Physical or digital tools No restrictions $32.99/year
.software Software specifically None ~$20.99/year
.app Mobile applications None ~$14.99/year
.services Services in general None ~$22.99/year
.com Any project None $14.99/year

Registration process

How to register your .TOOLS 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 .TOOLS domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .TOOLS domain

Does .tools have fixed registration and renewal pricing?

Yes. .tools maintains the same price of $32.99/year for both initial registration and renewals.

Are dev.tools or ai.tools good domains for a tech platform?

Yes. dev.tools is one of the most powerful combinations in the developer ecosystem — tools for developers are a huge market. ai.tools for artificial intelligence tool platforms. seo.tools for SEO and digital marketing utilities.

Can a physical hardware store use .tools?

Yes. shop.tools, professional.tools or local.tools work for hardware stores with an online presence. The extension communicates the type of product without ambiguity — tools, equipment and materials.

Is free.tools a good domain for a free tool platform?

Yes. free.tools is one of the most searched combinations — free online tools. It works perfectly for freemium utility platforms where the free tier is the acquisition hook.

Does .tools rank well in Google for tool searches?

Google treats .tools like any gTLD. For digital tool SEO, real functionality, reviews and integrations are determining factors. .tools may improve CTR by communicating the type of product directly.

Can I transfer my .tools domain to miHosting?

Yes. The transfer has no additional cost. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar. The process takes 5 to 7 business days.

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The .tools domain is the extension for tools — managed by Identity Digital since 2014 at a fixed price of $32.99/year for registration and renewal. 'Tools' spans two major worlds: physical tools (hardware stores, professional construction tools) and digital tools (SaaS platforms, online utilities, productivity software). .tools works for both universes — any project where tools are the product. dev.tools, ai.tools, seo.tools, free.tools — some of the most strategic domains in the technology ecosystem. For hardware stores, SaaS platforms, creative tools and marketing utilities, .tools communicates the value proposition from the URL. No restrictions. Google treats it like any gTLD. Registering a .tools domain at miHosting costs $32.99/year with managed DNS, @yourplatform.tools email and real technical support. Combine it with our professional hosting so your tools have the infrastructure their users need.