Domain Extensions / .social
.social domains
The .social domain is a community-oriented extension for social networks, communities, events, and brands built around connection and conversation. The word signals interaction, so a name plus .social reads as a place where people gather and share. Community platforms use it for their main sites, brands for social hubs, and organizers for events and meetups, all under a domain that conveys togetherness. Registration is open to anyone worldwide with no restrictions and follows standard yearly terms. Because the word is common and positive, brandable names remain available where a matching .com is taken, and it fits networks, agencies, and community projects alike. For a social platform, a community, an events brand, or a social-media agency, ending the address in .social puts the idea of connection directly into the domain and tells visitors the site is about people coming together.
.social domain details
| Type | Generic Top-Level Domain |
| Registry | Identity Digital |
| Registration | $32.00/yr |
| Renewal | $32.00/yr |
| WHOIS privacy | Free |
| DNSSEC | Supported |
| Registration period | 1 to 10 years |
Register .social domains with an AI agent
OSIR is an AI-native registrar. Every .social 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 .social domain?
- Search for the .social 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 $32.00/yr and includes free WHOIS privacy, DNSSEC, and anycast DNS.
- Can I register a .social 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 .social domains on your behalf.
- What is included with a .social domain registration?
- Every .social domain registered through OSIR includes anycast DNS, DNSSEC support, free WHOIS privacy protection, registrar lock, and full API and MCP access. Registration starts at $32.00/yr.
- How much does it cost to renew a .social domain?
- .social renewal is $32.00/yr through OSIR. Prices include ICANN fees and a 3% or $0.30 processing fee (whichever is greater). There are no hidden fees.