TLD : Top Level Domain
A TLD (Top-Level Domain), is the last segment of a domain name, situated after the final dot.
For instance, in the domain name www.example.com, the TLD is “.com“.
List Of Top Level Domains
| TLD | Meaning | TLD | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| .com | Commercial | .info | Information |
| .org | Organization | .dev | Development |
| .net | Network | .biz | Business |
| .edu | Education | .gov | Government |
| .io | Input/Output (Mostly preferred in the tech industry.) | .int | International (Reserved for international organizations) |
| .co | .shop | ||
| .app | .store | ||
| .online | .xyz | ||
| .life |
Country Specific Top Level Domains
Each country has its own top-level domain, as for Germany, TLD is “.de“
Does TLD Type Matter?
There are no huge advantages or disadvantages between TLDs, but yes, the choice of TLD matters in various ways.
Credibility
TLDs like .com, .gov, and .edu have more credibility and are considered more trustworthy. New or niche TLDs may not be as familiar to users, which can make them less likely to be chosen.
.com is very popular, which is why it often has limited availability.
Localization
For SEO (Search Engine Optimization), country-specific domains are used to localize pages within those countries, such as .uk, .de, and .fr.
Branding and Memorability
Creative TLDs can enhance unique branding, making domain names easier for users to remember and recognize by default.