History of the TLD

.management is a generic top-level domain introduced through ICANN’s New gTLD Program. It was delegated into the DNS root zone on December 17 2013 and became available for registration following its sunrise and general availability phases. It is managed under Identity Digital.

Main Use and Industry Position

.management is intended for professionals, businesses, consultants, and organisations focused on management services. It is suitable for leadership, project management, business administration, property management, HR services, consulting, and other management-related activities. The TLD helps convey professionalism and sector specificity.

Comparison to Other TLDs

.management differs from legacy TLDs like .com and .net by providing a targeted namespace for management domains. Compared to broader new gTLDs such as .business or .consulting, .management emphasises managerial roles and industry services. It is less generic than open TLDs but more relevant for audiences seeking leadership or organisational expertise.

Pros and Cons of the TLD

Pros

• Clear industry relevance for management and leadership services
  

• Helps express professional focus in domain name branding
  

• Available for registration globally without restrictions
  

Cons

• Less widely recognised than legacy domains such as .com
  

• Premium pricing may be higher than some other new gTLDs
  

• Niche specific nature limits broad appeal for unrelated sectors
  
  

Registration Criteria

.management domains are available on a first come first served basis. There are no professional, geographic, or industry-specific requirements. Domain names must adhere to standard DNS name policies including permitted characters, hyphen placement rules, and length constraints.

Summary

.management is a gTLD dedicated to individuals, companies, and organisations in management and related fields. It provides a professional and descriptive namespace that can improve online visibility for leadership, consulting, and organisational services. Its open registration policy makes it accessible to a global audience.