dev is a top-level domain name operated by Google. It was proposed in ICANN's new generic top-level domain (gTLD) program, and became available to the general public on March 1, 2019, with an early access period that began on February 19.
How much is a dev domain?
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Yearly registration $12 USD Buy a domain
Fee to restore an expired or deleted domain $100 USD Restore a domain
Is dev a good domain?
DEV is a secure domain for developers and technology. From tools to platforms, programming languages to blogs, . DEV is a home for all the interesting things that you build.”
Is domain available for free?
Not all domains can be registered for free. A limited number of domains are considered "Special" and can only be purchased. Their price varies and pricing is displayed during the availability check. For example, all 1, 2 and 3 character domains, as well as common dictionary keywords, are considered Special.
Why is .dev more secure?
domain is more secure because it is HSTS preloaded. To ensure . DEV remains a secure and safe namespace, one of the requirements of ownership is that all . DEV domain names are configured to work with an SSL certificate in order for the website to be served over HTTPS.
What is the most trusted domain?
.com is the #1 most trusted TLD, with . co in a close second place. When people try to remember a URL, they're 3.8 times more likely to assume it ends in .com than anything else.Feb 1, 2021
What does dev mean in URL?
Today, Google Registry is announcing . dev, a brand new top-level domain (TLD) that's dedicated to developers and technology. We hope . dev will be a new home for you to build your communities, learn the latest tech and showcase your projects—all with a perfect domain name.Feb 19, 2019