Top-level domain
.agency domains
A descriptive home for creative and service firms
.agency is a generic top-level domain that reads as a plain English word, which makes it a natural fit for creative agencies, marketing firms, design shops, and other professional service providers. It launched in 2014 as part of ICANN's expansion of new domain endings and is operated by Identity Digital. It is not a country-code domain, so there are no location or residency rules, and anyone can register a name. Unlike .dev or .app, it carries no DNS-level HTTPS requirement, so setup behaves like a normal domain. The appeal is that the ending describes what you do, letting a short name like "brightline.agency" say "agency" without spelling it out. The trade-off is that .com still carries the strongest default trust and recall, and some visitors may type .com out of habit. A practical approach is to pick a clear, brandable name on .agency and decide whether matching the .com matters for your audience. Registration cost varies by registrar. It works well for firm sites, portfolios, and client-facing landing pages.
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FAQ
What does the .agency domain mean?
It is a generic top-level domain that literally spells out "agency," signaling a firm that offers services on behalf of clients. It is commonly used by creative, marketing, advertising, design, and consulting businesses.
Who should use a .agency domain?
It suits creative agencies, marketing and PR firms, design studios, and professional service providers who want the domain itself to describe their business. It works for a firm's main site, a portfolio, or a focused campaign page.
Is .agency a good fit compared to .com?
If your name is taken on .com, .agency gives you a relevant, available alternative that reinforces what you do. Keep in mind .com still has the strongest recall, so weigh whether your audience expects it.
How do I check if a specific .agency domain is available?
Search the exact name you want, since availability is per domain rather than across the whole ending. Type your idea into domainsearch.sh to see if that .agency name is free and to surface close alternatives.
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