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.SOFTWARE Domains - Only $ 38.40 $ 12.00

Give your software a dedicated online address with a .software domain. Introduce your product, highlight its features and help visitors explore demos, documentation and support. Search for your available name with Gatehills.

1st Year Prices
$ 38.40 $ 12.00 Registration
$ 38.40 Renew
$ 38.40 Transfer

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Why Register a .software Domain?

Put Your Product First

Choose an address that reflects your software offering, whether you build business applications, developer tools, desktop programs or cloud-based platforms.

Show What Your Software Can Do

Bring features, screenshots, demos and release information together so visitors can understand your product and decide whether it fits their needs.

Help Users Get Started

Give new and existing users one place to find documentation, installation guides, support options and links to your software.

WHY CHOOSE .SOFTWARE

WHY CHOOSE .SOFTWARE

Build an online identity around the software you create. A .software domain gives your product, development business or open-source project a dedicated place to explain what it does and help people get started.

Secure your digital advantage

Establish your brand online with the right domain. Build credibility, protect your online identity, and strengthen your digital presence with Gate Hills.

.SOFTWARE Domain Pricing

Years 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 years 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years
Register $ 12.00 Promo $ 50.40 $ 88.80 $ 127.20 $ 165.60 $ 204.00 $ 242.40 $ 280.80 $ 319.20 $ 357.60
Renew $ 38.40 $ 76.80 $ 115.20 $ 153.60 $ 192.00 $ 230.40 $ 268.80 $ 307.20 $ 345.60 $ 384.00
Transfer $ 38.40 — — — — — — — — —

Note: Pricing may vary based on fluctuations in currency exchange rates.

.software Domain Information & Pricing

.software is a generic top-level domain introduced in 2014 and operated by Dog Beach, LLC, part of Identity Digital. It can be used for software products, development businesses, applications and open-source projects. Registration is open internationally, subject to registry policies and name availability.
Introduced 2014
Usage Software companies, SaaS platforms, app developers, development studios, developer tools, open-source projects, product documentation and software support websites.
Renewal Grace Period 45 days (registry auto-renew grace period; registrar deadlines may be shorter)
Deletion Grace Period 5 days (Pending Delete; restoration unavailable)
Restore Period 30 days
Renewal Upon Transfer Yes — normally extends the registration period by 1 year, subject to applicable transfer rules.
Privacy Allowed Yes
IDN Supported Yes — supported languages and scripts only.
DNSSEC Supported Yes
Type Generic
Restrictions Open to individuals and organisations worldwide. No local residency or registered software-company status is required. Registration is subject to name availability, registry naming rules, reserved-name restrictions and applicable policies.
Registry Dog Beach, LLC (Identity Digital)
Wikipedia Entry Wikipedia
Registration Price (1 year) $ 12.00
Renewal Price (1 year) $ 38.40
Transfer Price $ 38.40
Restore Allowed Yes

Domain Features Included for FREE

Forwarding & Stealth Forwarding
Customer Service
Domain Security
One-page Website
One Branded Email Address
Advanced DNS Settings
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about the pricing list

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01. What is a .software domain?
.software is a generic top-level domain that can be used for software-related websites. It suits product pages, development businesses, applications, developer tools and open-source projects.
02. Who operates the .software domain extension?
The registry operator for .software is Dog Beach, LLC, part of Identity Digital. Gatehills provides the registration service for searching and registering available domain names.
03. Who can register a .software domain?
Individuals and organisations worldwide can register an available .software domain, subject to registry policies.
04. Do I need a registered software company to buy a .software domain?
No. Independent developers, students, project teams and businesses can register an available name.
05. Can I use a .software domain for a SaaS product or open-source project?
Yes. You can use it to introduce a SaaS platform, publish project information or direct visitors to your application, repository and documentation. Your website and software must follow applicable policies.
06. How long can I register a .software domain for?
.software supports registration periods of 1 to 10 years. Available terms depend on the registrar.
07. Does .software support internationalised domain names?
Yes. Supported characters depend on registry language and script rules, as well as registrar support.
08. Is privacy protection available for .software domains?
Yes. Availability and service terms depend on your registrar.
09. Can I transfer my existing .software domain to Gatehills?
Yes, provided it is eligible for transfer. Unlock the domain, obtain its authorisation code from your current registrar and start the transfer with Gatehills. Any applicable transfer locks or restrictions must be resolved first.
10. Does transferring a .software domain add another year?
A successful registrar transfer normally adds one year to the registration period. Exceptions may apply following a recent auto-renewal or when the domain reaches the maximum registration-term limit.
11. Does a .software domain include hosting or software deployment?
Domain registration provides your online address. Website hosting, application deployment, databases and email services depend on your selected package. You can connect the domain to compatible services using their required DNS settings.
12. Can a .software website appear in Google Search?
Yes. A .software website can appear in Google Search. The extension alone does not provide a ranking advantage or guarantee visibility for software-related searches.
13. What happens if I do not renew my .software domain?
Your website and email may stop working after expiry. Late renewal depends on your registrar’s deadline. Following deletion, a 30-day redemption period may allow restoration for an additional fee. Restoration is unavailable during the final 5-day Pending Delete stage.