Questions before you register or transfer a .BUILD?
TLD-specific answers about registry operation, eligibility, appropriate use, premium names, transfers, DNS, security, bulk registration, and reseller management.
What is a .BUILD domain best used for?
.BUILD is especially suitable for construction, architecture, engineering, AEC technology, manufacturing, makers, software development, product launches, and projects where the word “build” completes the brand or message.
Who operates the .BUILD registry?
IANA lists Plan Bee LLC as the sponsoring organization for .BUILD. The official registry website describes .BUILD as a domain for those who build, while CentralNic provides registry technology.
Can anyone register a .BUILD domain?
Available .BUILD names are generally offered worldwide through participating registrars. The official positioning is industry-focused, but buyers do not need to be a licensed contractor simply to use the extension. Accurate contact data and policy compliance are required.
Is .BUILD only for construction companies?
No. The official registry also highlights AEC technology, general technology companies, software teams, manufacturers, makers, crafts, and individual projects. The name should still make the intended use clear.
Can .BUILD names have premium pricing?
Yes. The registry promotes selected premium names, so a short or high-demand string may have a higher registration or renewal price. Review both first-year and renewal pricing before ordering.
Are any .BUILD names reserved or restricted?
Yes. Registry and ICANN reserved-name rules apply, and Plan Bee publishes a reserved and restricted names policy. A search result may therefore be unavailable even when the same label is open in another extension.
Can I transfer a .BUILD domain to NiceNIC?
Yes, when the domain is eligible. Unlock it at the current registrar, obtain the Auth or EPP code, confirm that no transfer restriction applies, and submit the request through the NiceNIC transfer page.
Does .BUILD support custom DNS and DNSSEC?
The registry publishes RDAP and DNS infrastructure for .BUILD, and registrants can use standard nameservers and DNS records through their registrar or DNS provider. DNSSEC availability depends on correct DS and DNSKEY configuration.
Can agencies or platforms register .BUILD domains in bulk?
Yes. Use single-name search, prepare multiple names through the bulk workflow, or connect the NiceNIC reseller API for automated registration and management.