On April 30, 2026, ICANN will open the application window for new generic top-level domains (gTLDs) – the first such opportunity since the 2012 round that created extensions like .xyz, .shop, .online, and over 1,200 others. The window will remain open for 105 days, closing on August 12, 2026. For the hosting and domain industry, … Continue reading ICANN Is Opening the Door to New Domain Extensions for the First Time in 14 Years. Here Is What Hosting Providers Need to Know.