The analysis of newly registered domains provides valuable insights into the evolving trends of the domain market. This report highlights key gTLDs, including .com, .vip, .top, .info, and .net, offering a breakdown of their registration data and identifying the top-performing registrars. The findings emphasize the continued dominance of established TLDs while showcasing the growing appeal of niche alternatives.
1. Distribution of Newly Registered Domains
Between February 6 and 7, 2025, a total of 203,429 domains were registered across 502 monitored gTLDs. The top five gTLDs by registration volume were:
- .com: 105,264 (51.7%)
- .vip: 9,805 (4.8%)
- .top: 9,293 (4.6%)
- .info: 7,034 (3.4%)
- .net: 7,174 (3.5%)
The .com TLD continues to dominate the market, accounting for more than half of all registrations, further solidifying its position as the most trusted and widely used domain extension globally. Meanwhile, alternative TLDs such as .vip, .top, and .info are steadily growing, appealing to niche markets and budget-conscious users.
2. Registrar Distribution Across Key TLDs
a) Newly Registered .com Domains
The .com TLD remains the leader in the domain space, with 105,264 newly registered .com domains, representing 51.7% of total registrations. All these domains were registered on Feb 07, 2025. Its unparalleled popularity and reliability make it still the top choice for businesses and individuals alike.
Top Registrars for .com Domains:
- GoDaddy: 23,150 domains (22.0%)
- Namecheap: 10,678 domains (10.1%)
- Squarespace: 6,333 domains (6.0%)
- Hostinger: 6,172 domains (5.9%)
- Dynadot: 4,457 domains (4.2%)
GoDaddy leads the pack with 22% of .com registrations, followed by Namecheap (10.1%), Squarespace (6.0%), and Hostinger (5.9%). Meanwhile, smaller and emerging registrars collectively make up 35.3%, showcasing a competitive and diverse registrar landscape within the .com space.
b) Newly Registered .vip Domains
The .vip TLD recorded 9,805 newly registered domains, accounting for 4.8% of total registrations. This TLD’s focus on exclusivity and premium branding makes it highly attractive to businesses targeting high-end audiences.
Top Registrars for .vip Domains:
- GoDaddy: 8,314 domains (84.8%)
- Dynadot: 538 domains (5.5%)
- Gname: 398 domains (4.1%)
- Wdomain: 111 domains (1.1%)
- Namecheap: 107 domains (1.0%)
GoDaddy’s overwhelming dominance in the .vip segment, with 84.8% of registrations, highlights its strong foothold in premium and niche TLDs, leaving limited market share for other registrars like Dynadot and Gname.
c) Newly Registered .top Domains
The .top TLD attracted 9,293 new registrations, representing 4.6% of total domains. Its cost-effectiveness and flexibility make it a popular choice for various industries.
Top Registrars for .top Domains:
- Namesilo: 2,886 domains (31.1%)
- Gname: 1,852 domains (19.9%)
- Alibaba Cloud: 1,200 domains (12.9%)
- Dynadot: 1,195 domains (12.9%)
- Spaceship: 439 domains (4.7%)
The .top registrar market shows significant diversity, with the ‘Others’ category accounting for 18.5% of registrations. This highlights a highly fragmented landscape where smaller registrars collectively play a notable role alongside major players like Namesilo, Gname, and Alibaba Cloud.
d) Newly Registered .info Domains
The .info TLD saw 7,034 new registrations, accounting for 3.4% of total domains. Its widespread use for information-based websites ensures its continued relevance in the domain market.
Top Registrars for .info Domains:
- Namecheap: 2,965 domains (42.2%)
- Porkbun: 746 domains (10.6%)
- Namesilo: 635 domains (9.0%)
- GoDaddy: 616 domains (8.8%)
- Openprovider: 548 domains (7.8%)
Smaller registrars collectively account for 21.7% of .info registrations, reflecting a diverse and competitive registrar network that complements major players like Namecheap, Porkbun, and Namesilo.
e) Newly Registered .net Domains
The .net TLD remains a popular alternative for technology-focused businesses, with 7,174 new registrations, representing 3.5% of total domains.
Top Registrars for .net Domains:
- GoDaddy: 1,624 domains (22.6%)
- Namecheap: 956 domains (13.3%)
- Squarespace: 462 domains (6.4%)
- Hostinger: 298 domains (4.2%)
- Dynadot: 297 domains (4.1%)
The ‘Others’ category, making up 49.3% of .net registrations, underscores the highly fragmented nature of the .net registrar market, where smaller registrars collectively hold nearly half of the market alongside leaders like GoDaddy and Namecheap.
Conclusion
The analysis of newly registered domains highlights the enduring dominance of .com, which accounted for over 51.7% of total registrations. At the same time, TLDs such as .vip, .top, .info, and .net displayed steady growth, offering alternative branding opportunities for businesses and individuals.
Key Takeaways:
- Newly registered .com domains lead the market with 51.7% of total registrations.
- Newly registered .vip domains are becoming a go-to choice for luxury branding, with GoDaddy dominating the space.
- Newly registered .top domains show promise in cost-conscious markets, with Namesilo leading the segment.
- The registrar market remains competitive, with GoDaddy and Namecheap excelling across multiple TLDs, while smaller registrars significantly contribute to niche markets.
With the rise of niche TLDs such as .vip, .top, and .info, it is expected that businesses and individuals will continue to explore affordable and creative alternatives to traditional domains like .com and .net.
All these data are based on ABTdomain’s newly registered domains database, which could are downloadable for abtdomain members: Click to Download