What is .stream?
ICANN's records put the delegation of .stream on March 18, 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 January 8, 2016.
Under the hood, the root zone points to 6 name servers for .stream, every one of them reachable over IPv6. The delegation is DNSSEC-signed, so resolvers can verify that answers for .stream haven't been tampered with on the way. Registration data is published over RDAP and WHOIS (the WHOIS server is whois.nic.stream).
.stream FAQ
What does .stream mean?
.stream is a generic top-level domain named for the word "stream", and it's aimed at media, news & content. It doesn't belong to any country.
What is .stream used for?
.stream is mostly used for media, news & content. Like most gTLDs, it's a label of intent rather than a guarantee — check the site, not just the ending.
What country is .stream?
None. .stream is a generic top-level domain, so it isn't tied to any country.
Who owns the .stream domain extension?
dot Stream Limited operates .stream as its registry, under a registry agreement with ICANN.
When was .stream created?
.stream was delegated to the DNS root zone on March 18, 2016.
Is .stream a valid domain?
Yes. .stream is an active top-level domain in the DNS root zone, delegated in 2016, so .stream addresses work in every browser.
Can I buy a .stream domain?
.stream names are sold through ICANN-accredited registrars. Some gTLDs restrict who can register, so read dot Stream Limited's policy if you're unsure.
Is .stream DNSSEC-signed?
Yes, the root zone holds a DS record for .stream.
Sources
Data from IANA root zone version 2026102000. Last changed May 11, 2024. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
