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ICANN Reveals 2026 gTLD Applications
ICANN publishes 1,615 new domain applications for 2026 gTLD round.
In brief
ICANN publishes 1,615 new domain applications for 2026 gTLD round. ICANN released 1,615 new generic top-level domain applications for 2026, including 333 brand names and 16 community-based applications. Originally reported by ICANN.
ICANN Publishes 2026 gTLD Applications
ICANN published the list of applications received in the New Generic Top-Level Domains Program for 2026 round.
2026 Application Data Snapshot
1,615 applications were submitted, including 333 brand applications and 16 community-based applications.
Geographic Application Distribution
Applications came from Africa (16), Asia/Australia/Pacific (218), Europe (506), Latin America and Caribbean (11), and North America (864).
Replacement Period Details
Applicants may switch from primary to replacement strings between 8 and 21 October 2026.
String Confirmation Day
String Confirmation Day occurs on 17 November 2026, publishing final gTLD strings and refund options.
Community Input Period
The community and public can provide feedback on applications from 17 November 2026 to 16 March 2027.
2027 Prioritization Draw
The Prioritization Draw will set application processing order in early 2027 after the String Evaluation Stage.
At a glance
ICANN released 1,615 new generic top-level domain applications for 2026, including 333 brand names and 16 community-based applications.
