.gold Domain Registrationfrom £160.08/yr
Why Choose a .gold Domain?
The .gold domain launched in 2014 as part of ICANN's new gTLD programme, sitting alongside .silver, .platinum and other precious metal extensions. It carries an immediate association with quality, value and premium positioning, which makes it a natural fit for jewellers, bullion dealers and businesses trading on the metal itself. The extension is unrestricted, so anyone can register, but it has gained particular traction with the precious metals industry and luxury brands wanting a stronger signal than .com can offer.
Ideal for:
- Bullion dealers and precious metal investment platforms
- Jewellers and goldsmiths
- Luxury brands and premium service providers
- Mining and refining companies
- Loyalty programmes and tiered membership schemes
Things to know:
- Unrestricted — anyone, anywhere can register a .gold domain.
- Operated by Identity Digital (formerly Donuts), one of the largest new gTLD registry operators.
- Many short, generic and high-value names are flagged as premium by the registry and carry significantly higher registration and renewal fees than standard names.
- Registration terms run from 1 to 10 years.
Creative .gold Domain Ideas
- Vault.gold — secure storage and bullion custody service
- Hallmark.gold — assay and certification specialists
- Tier.gold — premium membership or rewards programme
- Solid.gold — investment-grade bullion shop
- Forge.gold — bespoke jewellery workshop
- Daily.gold — spot price tracker and market commentary
Frequently asked questions about .gold
Anyone, anywhere. There are no eligibility restrictions on .gold — you don't need to be in the precious metals trade or prove a connection to the industry. Individuals, sole traders and companies based anywhere in the world can register, subject to standard registry rules and ICANN policies on accurate WHOIS data.
The registry classifies certain short, dictionary or commercially valuable names as premium. These carry elevated registration fees and, importantly, elevated renewal fees that match the premium tier each year — not just at first registration. Our search tool will flag premium pricing before you commit, so there are no surprises at checkout or renewal.
You can register a .gold domain for any whole number of years between 1 and 10. Longer registration periods reduce the risk of accidental expiry and lock in pricing for the term, which is worth considering if you're using the name for a long-term project or premium brand.
Yes. You'll need to unlock the domain at your current registrar, obtain the auth code (sometimes called an EPP code) and ensure WHOIS contact details are current. Transfers extend the registration by one year on top of the existing expiry date, so you don't lose any time you've already paid for.
After expiry the name enters a roughly 30-day grace period during which you can renew at the standard price. It then moves into a redemption period of around 30 days where recovery is possible but incurs a registry redemption fee. After that the name is released and may be re-registered by anyone, so renew promptly.