Questions before you register or transfer a .STREAM?
Short answers for buyers checking studio use, creative naming, DNS, transfer, renewal, bulk search, or reseller/API support before choosing .STREAM.
What is a .STREAM domain and who operates it?
.STREAM is a generic top-level domain operated by dot Stream Limited. It is intended for streaming platforms, video creators, audio shows, esports teams, events, and media projects.
Who can register a .STREAM domain?
.STREAM is generally open to individuals, businesses, organizations, creators, broadcasters, publishers, and event teams worldwide, subject to availability and registry and registrar policies.
Is .STREAM only for professional stream companies?
No. It can be used by streaming services, video creators, podcasters, broadcasters, esports teams, event organizers, publishers, and media communities.
How should I choose a .STREAM name?
Use a short channel, show, creator, team, event, platform, series, or brand name. Avoid names that could confuse visitors about another company or protected mark.
What DNS records might a stream website need?
Use valid nameservers, website and professional email records, streaming-platform verification, video or audio hosting, schedules, analytics, and social profiles where applicable.
Can I transfer a .STREAM domain to NiceNIC?
Yes, when it is eligible under standard gTLD transfer rules. Unlock the domain, obtain the authorization code, and submit it through the NiceNIC transfer page.
How should a stream business protect a .STREAM domain?
Keep the domain under authorized business ownership, maintain current contacts, enable account security, protect account and audience data, and renew before broadcasts or events.
Can I compare several .STREAM names at once?
Yes. Use the availability search for one idea or prepare channel, show, creator, team, event, series, and brand names in the bulk registration section.
Can stream businesses automate .STREAM domain management?
NiceNIC provides reseller API workflows for supported registration, renewal, DNS, transfer, and portfolio operations.