.directory domains

The .directory domain is a generic extension for listings and reference sites that organize information: business directories, local guides, catalogs, and resource collections. The word states the format directly, so a .directory address signals a site built to help people find and browse entries, whether companies, services, or resources. It suits a local business directory, a niche catalog, a membership listing, or a curated guide. Registration is open worldwide with no restrictions. For a listing project, a dedicated extension names the purpose plainly and sets clear expectations for visitors who arrive looking for a comprehensive list. When a site's whole job is to gather and organize entries in one searchable place, ending the domain in .directory describes that role more precisely than a generic name ever could.

.directory domain details

Type	Generic Top-Level Domain
Registry	Identity Digital
Registration	$21.00/yr
Renewal	$21.00/yr
WHOIS privacy	Free
DNSSEC	Supported
Registration period	1 to 10 years

Register .directory domains with an AI agent

OSIR is an AI-native registrar. Every .directory domain can be registered, renewed, and managed through natural language using Claude, ChatGPT, or any agent that supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

Frequently asked questions

How do I register a .directory domain?: Search for the .directory name you want, confirm it is available, and complete checkout - or ask an MCP-compatible AI assistant to do it for you. Registration through OSIR starts at $21.00/yr and includes free WHOIS privacy, DNSSEC, and anycast DNS.
Can I register a .directory domain with Claude or ChatGPT?: Yes. OSIR supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP) with 82 tools, so any MCP-compatible AI assistant - including Claude Desktop, Cursor, and Copilot - can search, register, and manage .directory domains on your behalf.
What is included with a .directory domain registration?: Every .directory domain registered through OSIR includes anycast DNS, DNSSEC support, free WHOIS privacy protection, registrar lock, and full API and MCP access. Registration starts at $21.00/yr.
How much does it cost to renew a .directory domain?: .directory renewal is $21.00/yr through OSIR. Prices include ICANN fees and a 3% or $0.30 processing fee (whichever is greater). There are no hidden fees.