The top-level domain (TLD) “.GOLF” is an internet domain category launched as a part of the new generic TLDs (gTLDs) program by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN). According to ICANN’s universal acceptance initiative, besides “.com”, “.net” and country-specific TLDs like “.us” and “.uk”, the “.GOLF” TLD is fully supported in all web browsers and internet technology operations.
The “.GOLF” TLD provides an online namespace for golfers, golf associations, teams, businesses, and anyone associated with the world of golf. It’s designed to help these individuals, groups, and corporations to better attract and communicate with their targeted audience.
As per The Radix Blog, TLDs like “.GOLF” have been found to provide a more SEO-friendly web presence that has the potential to rank better than traditional .com domains. The reason behind this is that keyword-rich domains, including TLDs, can result in higher click-through rates. In addition, these domain names are much more likely to be available, unlike the overcrowded .com domain names.
Several examples of companies and individuals have effectively used the “.GOLF” extension. One of them is U.S. professional golfer Rickie Fowler. Enjoying a high-profile career, Fowler’s official website is www.rickiefowler.golf. This domain name has not only made his site easy to identify, but it also reinforces the personal brand he revolves around.
The registrar for “.GOLF” TLD, as listed on www.icann.org, is Fegistry, LLC. As of 2020, “.GOLF” TLD has a growing number of registrations, signaling that the community worldwide increasingly adopts it. The “.GOLF” TLD has generated a considerable amount of interest among golf-based businesses and enthusiasts.
Considering these factors, the “.GOLF” TLD can be an advantageous choice for creating a distinctive online presence.
Sources:
1. ICANN (www.icann.org)
2. The Radix Blog (theradixblog.com)
3. Rickie Fowler’s official website (www.rickiefowler.golf)
