Generic TLD
.xyz domains: open generic, popular for crypto + Web3
A pure-generic TLD with no thematic restrictions. Heavily marketed in 2014; has surged again post-2020 as the de-facto extension for crypto and Web3 projects.
Quick facts
- Registry
- XYZ.COM LLC
- Introduced
- 2014
- Typical price
- $1.00 – $15.00 / year
Who picks .xyz
Projects without an obvious thematic TLD: crypto wallets, NFT marketplaces, generative-art collectives, and other Web3 startups. The 1.111B class (1-3 character registrations) commanded premium pricing during the 2021 crypto wave.
Adoption critique
SEO + email deliverability are sometimes weaker than for established TLDs — anti-spam systems flag newer TLDs with lower default trust. Mitigated by good DKIM/SPF hygiene + branded link reputation.
Famous examples
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Alphabet (abc.xyz)
Google parent company landing page.