Are there any restrictions to register a .DEV domain?

Yes, the registry enforces registration restrictions: HTTPS mandatory (HSTS preloaded).

Does .DEV support localized characters (IDN)?

No, only standard alphanumeric English characters (a-z, 0-9) and hyphens are supported.

What is the character length limit for .DEV?

A .DEV domain name must be between 1 and 63 characters long.

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Extension Metadata

.DEV

Min 1 Chr

Max 63 Chr

IDN NO

Description

The .DEV domain extension is .dev is a gTLD operated by Google Registry since 2019. Like .app, it is included in the HSTS preload list — HTTPS is mandatory. Designed for software developers, developer tools, and technical projects. Minimum label: 1, Maximum: 63. IDN not supported. It requires a minimum label length of 1 characters and supports up to 63 characters. It does not support IDN characters, meaning only standard English characters are allowed. The following registration restrictions apply: HTTPS mandatory (HSTS preloaded).

Frequently Asked Questions

Detailed .DEV Extension Guide & Requirements

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