History of the TLD
.show is a generic top-level domain introduced as part of ICANN’s new gTLD program and launched around 2015. It was created to provide entertainment and performance-related projects with a dedicated online space. The registry is operated by Identity Digital following its delegation into the DNS root zone.
Main Use and Industry Position
This extension is used by creators, performers, event organisers, production companies, broadcasters, and entertainment businesses that want to highlight shows, series, events, performances, or visual content. It helps visitors immediately understand the website’s focus on entertainment and presentation.
Comparison to Other TLDs
Compared with general TLDs like .com or .net, .show gives clear context that a site is focused on entertainment, performance, or presentation. It sits alongside other thematic TLDs like .media or .video, but with a specific emphasis on “shows,” making it more targeted than broad generic options. Legacy extensions remain more familiar to the general public but lack the instant thematic signal that .show provides.
Pros and Cons of the TLD
Pros
Strong association with entertainment and performance content
Helps with branding and user recognition
Open registration with no special eligibility requirements
Cons
Less familiar to general audiences than legacy extensions
Niche focus may not suit broader business use
Renewal and pricing may vary by registrar
Registration Criteria
There are no special requirements to register a .show domain beyond standard naming rules. It is available on a first-come, first-served basis for any individual or organisation.
Summary
.show is a specialised generic TLD focused on entertainment, performances, and visual content. It provides clear thematic branding for creators and businesses in media and events, with open availability under standard registry policies.
| Domain | New Price | Renew | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
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.show
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USD
$34.2
1st year
|
USD
$34.2
For 1 year
|
USD $34.2 |
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