Top-level domain
.social domains
Domains built for community on .social
.social is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) operated by Identity Digital, open to anyone since around 2014. The word does the work for you, signaling a community, a network, or a place where people gather and talk. It suits social platforms, forums, member groups, clubs, events, and creator communities, and it has become a common home for fediverse and Mastodon instances. Because the meaning is explicit, a short .social name can read clearly even when the matching .com is taken or expensive, which is its main practical advantage. .social is a standard gTLD, not a country-code domain, and it carries no special DNS or HTTPS requirements like .dev or .app, so any host works normally. The trade-offs are familiar: .com still carries the most default trust and recall, some people may mistype the ending, and pricing varies by registrar and is often higher than legacy endings. If your project is genuinely about connection and community, .social communicates that in one word. Check whether the specific name you want is available before committing.
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FAQ
What does the .social domain mean?
It is a generic top-level domain that signals a social network, community, or gathering place. The word is descriptive, so visitors immediately understand the site is about connecting people.
Who should use a .social domain?
It fits social platforms, online communities, forums, clubs, member groups, events, and creator networks. It is also widely used for Mastodon and other fediverse instances because the ending reads as community by default.
Is .social a good choice instead of .com?
It can be, when the .com is taken or the descriptive ending matches your purpose better. Keep in mind that .com still carries the most default recognition, so weigh clarity against that familiarity for your audience.
How do I check if a specific .social domain is available?
Search the exact name you want, since availability is per domain rather than per ending. Type your idea into domainsearch.sh to see if that .social name is open and to get close alternatives instantly.
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