What is .build?
ICANN's records put the delegation of .build on January 18, 2014. Like most of the newer endings, it was applied for in the 2012 New gTLD Program round and its registry agreement was signed on November 7, 2013.
Under the hood, the root zone points to 4 name servers for .build, every one of them reachable over IPv6. The delegation is DNSSEC-signed, so resolvers can verify that answers for .build haven't been tampered with on the way. Registration data is published over RDAP and WHOIS (the WHOIS server is whois.nic.build).
.build FAQ
What does .build mean?
.build is a generic top-level domain named for the word "build", and it's aimed at real estate & home. It doesn't belong to any country.
What is .build used for?
.build is mostly used for real estate & home. Like most gTLDs, it's a label of intent rather than a guarantee — check the site, not just the ending.
What country is .build?
None. .build is a generic top-level domain, so it isn't tied to any country.
Who owns the .build domain extension?
Plan Bee LLC operates .build as its registry, under a registry agreement with ICANN.
When was .build created?
.build was delegated to the DNS root zone on January 18, 2014.
Is .build a valid domain?
Yes. .build is an active top-level domain in the DNS root zone, delegated in 2014, so .build addresses work in every browser.
Can I buy a .build domain?
.build names are sold through ICANN-accredited registrars. Some gTLDs restrict who can register, so read Plan Bee LLC's policy if you're unsure.
Is .build DNSSEC-signed?
Yes, the root zone holds a DS record for .build.
Sources
Data from IANA root zone version 2026102000. Last changed October 5, 2023. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
