As we approach the opening of the 2026 round of the New Generic Top-Level Domains program, Com Laude (DotBrand Limited) has been announced as an ICANN-Evaluated Registry Service Provider.
The ICANN-accreditation confirms that our registry infrastructure has successfully progressed through ICANN’s technical evaluation process and meets the operational and security standards required to support a gTLD.
For dotBrand applicants, this provides immediate clarity and confidence. You can move forward knowing your registry services are built on a secure, compliant and proven technical foundation from day one.
All applicants in the 2026 round will require an ICANN-accredited Registry Service Provider to operate the technical infrastructure of their dotBrand TLD. Your chosen RSP must be identified within your application.
By selecting Com Laude as your evaluated RSP, you benefit from:
Infrastructure that meets ICANN’s technical and security requirements
A streamlined application process with reduced risk of delay
A trusted partner experienced in supporting dotBrand strategies
End-to-end alignment between registry operations and domain portfolio management
With the 2026 application window opening on 30 April, now is the time to confirm your technical partner and ensure your application is supported by a fully evaluated provider.
We are already working with organisations preparing for the upcoming round. If you are considering a dotBrand, now is the time to secure your infrastructure strategy.
Speak to our team to discuss how our evaluated RSP services can support your 2026 application.
Learn about how to get your .brand extension, what it will cost, whether it’s the right choice for your brand today, and what it could mean if your competitors secure their .brand first.
In a recent episode of The Com Laude Podcast, we sat down with Microsoft to discuss the tech giant’s experience with dotBrand Top-Level Domains (TLDs).