History of the TLD
.haus is a generic top-level domain introduced as part of ICANN’s New gTLD Program to expand the domain namespace with descriptive and industry-oriented extensions. It was delegated to the DNS Root Zone in 2014 and is designed to serve entities connected with housing and real estate services.
Main Use and Industry Position
The .haus extension is intended for individuals and businesses involved in home- and housing-related industries, including real estate agents, architects, designers, builders, and property managers. Its literal meaning of “house” in German gives it strong branding appeal in German-speaking markets and internationally.
Comparison to Other TLDs
Compared to traditional TLDs like .com and .net, .haus provides a more descriptive namespace that directly reflects housing-related content. Unlike country-code TLDs which relate to specific regions, .haus targets a specific industry category but remains globally available. It aligns with other thematic gTLDs such as .realestate, .home, and .property by offering contextual relevance rather than generic naming.
Pros and Cons of the TLD
Pros
Offers clear industry relevance for housing and real estate related entities
Memorable and brandable compared to generic extensions
Available globally without strict registration restrictions
Cons
Less universally recognised than legacy TLDs like .com
Adoption and SEO authority may be lower than more established extensions
Potential higher cost at some registrars relative to generic options
Registration Criteria
Registration of .haus domains is open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis with no specific eligibility boundaries. Any individual or organisation may register a name that adheres to the naming rules regarding character set and length.
Summary
The .haus TLD is a specialised generic extension aimed at the housing, real estate, and home-services sectors. Delegated in 2014, it offers an industry-focused alternative to generic domains and can be used by businesses and individuals worldwide to convey a clear connection to homes and housing.
| Domain | New Price | Renew | Transfer |
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.haus
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USD
$26.2
1st year
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USD
$26.2
For 1 year
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USD $26.2 |
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