What is .mls?
ICANN's records put the delegation of .mls on April 20, 2016. Like most of the newer endings, it was applied for in the 2012 New gTLD Program round and its registry agreement was signed on April 23, 2015.
Under the hood, the root zone points to 4 name servers for .mls, every one of them reachable over IPv6. The delegation is DNSSEC-signed, so resolvers can verify that answers for .mls haven't been tampered with on the way. Registration data is published over RDAP and WHOIS (the WHOIS server is whois.nic.mls).
.mls FAQ
What does .mls mean?
.mls is a generic top-level domain named for the word "mls", and it's aimed at real estate & home. It doesn't belong to any country.
What is .mls used for?
.mls 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 .mls?
None. .mls is a generic top-level domain, so it isn't tied to any country.
Who owns the .mls domain extension?
The Canadian Real Estate Association operates .mls as its registry, under a registry agreement with ICANN.
When was .mls created?
.mls was delegated to the DNS root zone on April 20, 2016.
Is .mls a valid domain?
Yes. .mls is an active top-level domain in the DNS root zone, delegated in 2016, so .mls addresses work in every browser.
Can I buy a .mls domain?
.mls names are sold through ICANN-accredited registrars. Some gTLDs restrict who can register, so read The Canadian Real Estate Association's policy if you're unsure.
Is .mls DNSSEC-signed?
Yes, the root zone holds a DS record for .mls.
Sources
Data from IANA root zone version 2026102000. Last changed January 23, 2026. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
