The top-level domain (TLD) .TATTOO, is an internet domain extension primarily geared towards tattoo artists, tattoo studios, ink enthusiasts, tattoo lovers, and the general body-art community. Its function is to provide a dedicated, distinctive, and easily identifiable digital space for everyone involved in this art form, making it easier for interested online users to connect with tattoo artists and others in the body art field.
TLDs are classified into two categories, generic TLDs (gTLDs) and country-code TLDs (ccTLDs). The .TATTOO TLD belongs to the gTLDs class, as it is not specifically associated with any particular country or geographic location and it is available to register worldwide.
Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), the global authority for domain names, approved the .TATTOO TLD as part of its new expanded gTLDs program, which was initiated to expand the existing space of 22 gTLDs. ICANN delegated the operation responsibility of the .TATTOO TLD to Uniregistry, now known as GoDaddy Registry, as documented in the ICANN’s TLD Archive.
GoDaddy Registry provides the technical and administrative support for the .TATTOO TLD. The backend infrastructure ensures the consistent operation of this TLD, involving domain registration, renewals, transfers, resolution of domain names, and provision of WHOIS services, amongst others. It should be noted that the availability of a .TATTOO domain name is subject to GoDaddy Registry’s domain name registration policies.
The .TATTOO TLD follows a standard DNS (Domain Name System) protocol, like other TLDs. It can support IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, DNSSEC to ensure domain name security, and basic email and web services.
The .TATTOO TLD broadly enhances the visibility and accessibility of services, artists, and information related to tattoos. For instance, a tattoo artist can use a .TATTOO domain, such as www.johndoetattoo.tattoo, to showcase his portfolio, thus allowing potential clients to easily access and gauge his skills. Similarly, a tattoo parlor could use it to share location details, tattoo guide, pricing, and other relevant information.
The process for registering a .TATTOO domain name is the same as for other TLDs, normally involving choosing a domain registrar, checking name availability, and then following through with the registration, paying the domain registration fee.
Sources:
- “New gTLD Program”, ICANN. https://newgtlds.icann.org/en/
- “Delegated Strings”, ICANN. https://newgtlds.icann.org/en/program-status/delegated-strings
- “GoDaddy Registry”, GoDaddy Registry. https://www.registry.godaddy/
- “Domain Name Registration Policies”, GoDaddy Registry. https://www.registry.godaddy/legal/policies
- ‘How to Register a Domain Name’, ICANN, https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/register-domain-name-2017-06-20-en.
