Who can register a .author domain?

.author has registration requirements: Registration is controlled by Amazon as the registry operator.

Who operates the .author registry?

.author is operated by Amazon Registry Services, Inc., and was introduced in 2015. MyDomains.tech is a domain reseller: we register through ICANN-accredited registrars, so your domain is recorded with the official registry. The sponsoring registrar varies by extension and is shown with your domain in your client area.

New Generic TLD

.author

Author

Type

New Generic TLD

Introduced

2015

Registry Operator

Amazon Registry Services, Inc.

Registration

Registration is controlled by Amazon as the registry operator.

What is a .author domain?

The .author TLD is a brand domain operated by Amazon, intended to connect readers with writers and support Amazon's publishing-related services. It is part of Amazon's portfolio of generic-term brand TLDs. The domain is not currently available for open public registration.

Is your .author name available?

Eligibility applies: Registration is controlled by Amazon as the registry operator.

Check availability for a .author domain and get your online presence started today.

Frequently asked questions

Who can register a .author domain?: .author has registration requirements: Registration is controlled by Amazon as the registry operator.
Who operates the .author registry?: .author is operated by Amazon Registry Services, Inc., and was introduced in 2015. MyDomains.tech is a domain reseller: we register through ICANN-accredited registrars, so your domain is recorded with the official registry. The sponsoring registrar varies by extension and is shown with your domain in your client area.