A Top-Level Domain (TLD) is a crucial part of the structure of a web address, also known as a URL (Uniform Resource Locator). It's the last segment of a domain name, the part that comes after the final dot. For example, in the web address www.example.com, the TLD is .com.
TLD's help categorize and organize the vast number of websites on the internet. They can indicate the type, purpose, or geographic location of a website. Understanding TLDs can help you recognize the nature of a website before you even visit it.
These are the most common and widely recognized TLDs. Examples include:
These are two-letter TLD's assigned to specific countries or territories. Examples include:
These TLDs are sponsored by private organizations and are intended for specific communities or industries. Examples include:
With the increasing demand for more domain names, many new TLDs have been introduced in recent years. Examples include: