.sbs Domain Registrationfrom £26.68/yr
Why Choose a .sbs Domain?
The .sbs extension launched in 2021 and is operated by ShortDot, the same registry behind .icu and .cyou. The string is widely read as shorthand for "side by side", which has made it a popular pick for collaborative projects, partnerships, lifestyle blogs and community sites. It has gained particular traction in South and Southeast Asia, where the abbreviation is used informally in everyday social media chatter, giving the extension a casual, conversational feel.
Ideal for:
- Lifestyle bloggers and personal brands
- Collaborative duos, podcasts and YouTube channels
- Community groups and social clubs
- Affiliate marketers and small online ventures
- Event pages for meet-ups and gatherings
Things to know:
- Unrestricted — anyone, anywhere can register a .sbs domain with no documentation required.
- Operated by ShortDot, an ICANN-accredited registry that specialises in affordable new gTLDs.
- Some keywords are classified as premium-tier names by the registry and carry higher recurring fees.
- Standard registration terms run from 1 to 10 years.
Creative .sbs Domain Ideas
- BrunchClub.sbs — a weekend lifestyle blog run by two friends
- TwoMums.sbs — a parenting podcast with co-hosts
- RoadTrip.sbs — a travel diary documenting shared journeys
- BookNook.sbs — a book-club community site
- StudyBuddy.sbs — a peer learning platform for students
- GymPals.sbs — a fitness accountability group
Frequently asked questions about .sbs
Anyone, anywhere. The .sbs extension is completely unrestricted — there are no residency, business or documentation requirements. Individuals, companies, charities and community groups are all welcome to register, and you can use the domain for any lawful purpose, from a personal blog to a commercial website.
You can register a .sbs domain for any term between 1 and 10 years. Many people start with a single year to test an idea, then renew or extend later. Longer registrations protect you from price changes and accidental expiry, which can be useful if the project is a long-term commitment.
Yes. As long as the domain is older than 60 days and not within 60 days of a previous transfer, you can move it across. You'll need to unlock the domain at your current registrar and obtain the EPP authorisation code, then start the transfer on our site. The transfer adds a year to your registration.
Yes. ShortDot classifies a portion of the namespace as premium, meaning short, dictionary or high-demand keywords carry elevated registration and renewal fees. The pricing shown in the search widget reflects the live registry rate for the exact name you've searched, so you'll always see the true cost before checkout.
After expiry the domain enters a roughly 30-day grace period during which you can renew at the standard price. After that it moves into a redemption phase with a higher recovery fee, lasting around 30 days more. If still unclaimed, it is released back to the public pool and anyone can register it.