Updated November 2026 · Reviewed by the DomainFinch editorial team · Editorial policy
What is a .app domain?
- Type
- New generic (ngTLD)
- Registry
- Google Registry (Charleston Road Registry)
- Who can register
- None - open to anyone worldwide (HTTPS is required for websites to load).
- Typical cost
- Standard
Who should use .app?
- Mobile apps
- Web apps and SaaS
- App landing pages
- Developers
.app pros
- Clearly communicates an app or software product
- Built-in HTTPS security enforcement
- Good availability for short names
.app cons
- Requires an SSL/TLS certificate before the site loads in browsers
- Less suited to non-software businesses
Is .app good for SEO?
Treated as a neutral generic TLD by Google; because the TLD is on the HSTS preload list, your site must serve over HTTPS, which is already a best practice. Read more in do domain names affect SEO?
How to register a .app domain
- Search your name in the box above to see if the .app is free.
- Check the rules: None - open to anyone worldwide (HTTPS is required for websites to load).
- Compare first-year and renewal prices at a few registrars.
- Register it, then turn on auto-renew, registrar lock and two-factor login.
.app domain name ideas
Starting points that suit typical .app users. Tap one to check it.
.app compared
.app FAQ
What is a .app domain?
Launched by Google Registry in 2018, .app is aimed at mobile, web and desktop applications. The entire TLD is HSTS-preloaded, so every .app site must use HTTPS.
Who can register a .app domain?
None - open to anyone worldwide (HTTPS is required for websites to load).
Is .app good for SEO?
Treated as a neutral generic TLD by Google; because the TLD is on the HSTS preload list, your site must serve over HTTPS, which is already a best practice.
How do I check .app domain availability?
Type a name into the search box on this page. DomainFinch checks .app and 30+ other extensions live using DNS and official registry data.
Is a .app domain worth it?
It is worth it if you fit its audience (mobile apps, web apps and saas). Weigh the standard price tier and the trade-offs: requires an ssl/tls certificate before the site loads in browsers.