Over 55,300 domains — 0.11% of all domains worldwideRegistered alongside ten other extensions on the same dayNo registration restrictions

.wtf Domain

.wtf was registered with IANA on April 17, 2014 — the same date as ten other extensions in the same batch, one of the largest launches in the ICANN program. Today it exceeds 55,300 registered domains, 0.11% of all domains worldwide.

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

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About the .WTF domain

What is the .WTF domain?

.wtf is a generic top-level domain managed by Binky Moon, LLC, part of Identity Digital, registered with IANA on April 17, 2014 — the same date as .discount, .exchange, .fail, .financial, .fund, .furniture, .gratis, .limited, .surgery, and .tax, one of the largest launch batches in the entire ICANN program, with eleven extensions in total. It was originally delegated to Hidden Way, LLC and moved to Binky Moon in 2018. It is an extension with notable success despite its informal origin: it exceeds 55,300 registered domains, 0.11% of all domains worldwide, with 68.68% active in the zone file. The registrar profile is led by Namecheap (19.51%) and GoDaddy (11.08%), followed by Squarespace, NameSilo, and Porkbun.
Extension .WTF
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2014
Registry Binky Moon, LLC (Identity Digital); originally delegated to Hidden Way, LLC in 2014, transferred in 2018 as part of a 195-domain portfolio transfer. Registered the same day as .discount, .exchange, .fail, .financial, .fund, .furniture, .gratis, .limited, .surgery, and .tax
Restrictions None
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .WTF

Who is the .WTF domain for?

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

Humorous and attention-grabbing brand projects

The most direct use: brands and projects leveraging the irreverent, memorable connotation of the acronym.

Creative and design portfolios

Designers and creatives looking for a differentiated domain with personality.

Gaming and entertainment communities

Digital leisure projects leveraging the extension's informal tone.

Opinion blogs and viral content

Editorial content with a relaxed tone or surprising current events.

Startups with a bold brand identity

Companies seeking to differentiate themselves with an unconventional domain name.

Artistic and experimental projects

Creative initiatives seeking to break from usual conventions.

.WTF vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

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

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.wtf This page Creative projects, humor, and bold brands None Check price
.com Any project None $14.99/year
.lol Humorous content in general None Check price
.fail Tech humor and self-deprecation None Check price

Registration process

How to register your .WTF domain at miHosting

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Complete registration

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

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Your domain is live

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

Frequently asked questions about the .WTF domain

Who manages the .wtf domain?

Binky Moon, LLC (Identity Digital), since 2018. It was previously under Hidden Way, LLC from its IANA registration in April 2014.

Why is .wtf so popular despite its informal name?

With over 55,300 registered domains, it is one of the most successful new extensions in terms of adoption, thanks to its memorable and differentiated tone.

What other extensions were registered the same day as .wtf?

.discount, .exchange, .fail, .financial, .fund, .furniture, .gratis, .limited, .surgery, and .tax, forming one of the largest launch batches in the ICANN program.

Are there restrictions for registering a .wtf domain?

No. It is a fully open registration extension, with no restrictions of any kind.

How much does a .wtf domain cost?

The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.

Can I register my .wtf domain with miHosting?

Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price for this extension.

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The .wtf domain was registered with IANA on April 17, 2014, alongside ten other extensions in the same batch, and is managed by Binky Moon, LLC (Identity Digital) since 2018. With over 55,300 registered domains — 0.11% of all domains worldwide — and 68.68% genuinely active, it is one of the most successful new extensions in terms of adoption, thanks to its memorable and differentiated tone. It is an extension with no registration restrictions. Check with our team for the current price and pair it with our professional hosting for your project.