.Gov domains

Benefits of .gov domains

Learn about the benefits of .gov domains

Before you request a .gov domain

Follow these steps to complete your request as quickly as possible

Requirements for operating a .gov domain

What you can and can’t do with .gov domains

Eligibility for .gov domains

Find out if your organization is eligible for a .gov domain

Choosing your .gov domain name

Check if a domain is available and read name requirements for your organization

Moving to .gov

Tips for moving to .gov from another top-level domain (like .com or .us)

.Gov for election offices

The .gov basics for election offices

.Gov for executive branch federal agencies

.gov domain guidance for executive branch federal agencies

Domain security best practices

Domain security best practices for .gov domain managers

WHOIS domain lookup

Search for a .gov domain to get information about who manages it and other registry details.