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About .com
- Type
- Generic gTLD · operated by Verisign
- Best for
- Any global business; mandatory for mainstream consumer brands.
- Pricing
- $8–$15/year retail, $10–$18 renewal. Aftermarket avg $23k+.
- Notable sites
- google.com · amazon.com · facebook.com · everything else
TLD Guide
.com Domain Guide 2026: The Internet's Gold Standard — History, Market, Pricing & Strategy
The definitive guide to .com — the world's most registered domain extension. From its 1985 origins to its 2026 market dynamics, pricing tiers, notable sales, brand strategy, and why .com still commands the premium in a world of 1,200+ TLDs.
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