What Is a TLD?
A Top-Level Domain (TLD) is the highest level of domain extension in the Domain Name System (DNS). It appears at the end of a domain name.
Common Examples of TLDs
.com – Commercial websites
.net – Network services
.org – Organizations
.info – Informational sites
.biz – Business websites
These are also known as gTLDs (generic Top-Level Domains) and can be registered by anyone worldwide.
Key Features of TLDs
- Global usage
- No geographic restriction
- Suitable for international audiences
What Is a ccTLD?
A Country Code Top-Level Domain (ccTLD) is a domain extension assigned to a specific country or territory.
Each ccTLD consists of two letters based on the country code standard (ISO 3166-1).
Common Examples of ccTLDs
.my – Malaysia
.sg – Singapore
.uk – United Kingdom
.au – Australia
.jp – Japan
Key Features of ccTLDs
- Tied to a specific country
- Often indicates local presence
- May have local registration requirements
Which Should You Choose?
Choose a TLD if:
- You target an international audience
- You want a globally recognized extension
- You run a worldwide brand
Choose a ccTLD if:
- You focus on a specific country
- You want stronger local branding
- You want better local search relevance
Tips
You can register both TLD and ccTLD versions to protect your brand.
Use domain forwarding to redirect multiple domains to one website.