.DESI Top-Level Domain
DESI is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) intended for use by businesses, organizations, and individuals associated with or interested in the Indian diaspora, or those who want to target this demographic.
Registry: Desi Networks LLC
Type: gTLD
Introduced: 2014
WHOIS Server: whois.nic.desi
RDAP Server: https://rdap.nic.desi/
Average Pricing: $30
Restrictions: While open to all, it is primarily intended for use by individuals, businesses, and organizations associated with or interested in the Indian diaspora.
Additional Information
What is a gTLD?
A generic top-level domain (gTLD) is one of the categories of top-level domains (TLDs) maintained by the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) for use in the Domain Name System of the Internet. It is open for registration by any individual or entity worldwide, but is particularly relevant for those associated with the Indian diaspora.
Fun Facts
The term 'desi' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'deśa' (देश) meaning 'country' or 'land'. It's commonly used to refer to people, cultures, and products of the Indian subcontinent and its diaspora.