Running a domain registrar that is truly ICANN-compliant is not just about getting accredited and moving on. Compliance is an ongoing discipline that touches every part of your operations — from how you collect customer data to how you handle abuse complaints.

Becoming a ccTLD registrar is less like “getting ICANN accreditation” and more like onboarding to a different registry business model every single time.

In 2025, a handful of domain registrars manage tens of millions of domains worldwide — and these “registrar giants” dominate thanks to a mix of scale, features, and brand trust. Based on recent data on domain-registrations under management, the following five companies stand out.

For many new or aspiring registrars, this number feels almost unreachable. But the truth is that a million domains is not magic — it’s the result of a clear business model, proper distribution, automation, and patience.

CVC Capital Partners  is buying a majority stake in Namecheap at a roughly $1.5 billion enterprise value. Founder-CEO Richard Kirkendall...

By Venkatesh Venkatasubramanian In the global domain name industry, registrar performance is typically evaluated by a single metric:...

New Delhi, July 8, 2025  — India’s .IN domain registry is rolling out a decisive enforcement of Section 4.3.7  in its Registrar...

ICANN has shifted its 2025 Annual General Meeting—ICANN84—from Muscat, Oman, to Dublin, Ireland, while keeping the original dates of...

The recent data exposure involving Openprovider underscores a growing concern in the domain industry: registrar operations are increasingly becoming targets for security threats. As reliance on third-party systems grows, so does the need for strategic oversight, proactive planning, and robust safeguards to protect sensitive registrant data and maintain trust.

On April 16, 2025, Zoom went down. Not because of a DDoS attack. Not because of some misconfigured DNS record. Not because someone hacked...

Drop-catching—the high-stakes game of snapping up expired domain names—has created some of the most thrilling and ruthless experiences in...

Mastering Drop Catching: A Domain Investor's Guide to ICANN Accreditation and Registrar Strategies In the dynamic world of domain names,...

How to Become an ICANN-Accredited Domain Registrar in 2025: A Strategic Guide By Dotup ICANN Accreditation Consultancy The Growing Demand...

Proud to announce that Dotup is now an Associate Member of APTLD and a sponsor of APTLD87 in Hong Kong! We are thrilled to announce that...

ICANN Accreditation Latest Updates for 2025. Are you applying for ICANN accreditation in 2025? Must Read for applicants.

Analyzing the Surge in Domain Registrations Since 2020 and the Crucial Role of ICANN Accreditation in Fostering a Dynamic Digital...

Was ist die ICANN-Akkreditierung für Domain-Registrare? ICANN-Akkreditierung bezieht sich auf die formelle Anerkennung und Autorisierung,...

Are you unsure about the supporting documents required to accompany your ICANN application form? ICANN does not provide a comprehensive...

Are you trying to fill out the ICANN Accreditation Application form yourself and feeling overwhelmed after just the first section? If so,...

What is ICANN Accreditation for Domain Registrars? ICANN Accreditation refers to the formal recognition and authorization granted by the...