The top-level domain (TLD) “.PHYSIO” is an extension that is uniquely designed for the global physiotherapy and physical therapy profession. Top-level domains are the highest level of domain names in the root zone of the Domain Name System (DNS) of the Internet. They are the letters that appear after the final dot in an internet address. For example, the .com in www.google.com is a top-level domain.
The .PHYSIO top-level domain was officially delegated by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) to the Physioboard Australia on December 6, 2014. According to ICANN, the purpose of the .PHYSIO domain is to enhance the global physiotherapy profession’s online identity.
The .PHYSIO is a domain extension that is intended for use by qualified physiotherapists, physiotherapy businesses, and organizations. As a top-level domain, it is governed by specific registration rules, which include professional membership and credential validation.
The use of .PHYSIO offers the profession a unique branding opportunity. For example, physiotherapy practices can use .PHYSIO to enhance their online presence and brand visibility. By having a domain name like yourpractice.physio, it gives a clear identification that the services provided are related to physiotherapy.
The .PHYSIO TLD also benefits the consumers. It provides them a sense of trust and authenticity knowing that the .PHYSIO websites are controlled and owned by validated professionals or businesses in the field of physiotherapy.
The .PHYSIO is managed by the Physioboard Australia, which is responsible for establishing and managing policies related to the .PHYSIO domain space. They partnered with a registry service provider, Afilias, to manage the technical operations of the .PHYSIO top-level domain.
The source of this information is primarily from the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), who manages the internet’s domain name system. The reference to the specific use cases for the .PHYSIO domain and its advantages comes from a mix of announcements and articles from Physioboard Australia’s website and other trusted sites such as Afilias website and the Global Physiotherapy Network.
Some of the sources used to find this information include:
1. Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN): https://icannwiki.org/.PHYSIO
2. Afilias: https://www.afilias.info/delegated-new-top-level-domains
3. Physioboard Australia Announcement: https://www.physiotherapyboard.gov.au/News/2014-12-15-media-release.aspx
4. Global Physiotherapy Network: https://www.globalpt.net/room/the-physio-tld-physios-place-on-the-internet
Please note that this is a general overview and for the most accurate and up-to-date information, it’s recommended to visit the individual websites of ICANN, Physioboard Australia, or Afilias.
