Knowledge Base >>Domain names >> ccTLD >> Repurposed
Introduced in 1996, the .TV domain, originally designated for Tuvalu, a small island with 1,400 inhabitants at risk of being submerged
Managed by a subsidiary of Godaddy, the TLD has gained global popularity due to its association with "television." While it serves as Tuvalu's country code top-level domain (ccTLD), it is widely used by media and streaming platforms worldwide. The registry allows open registrations without geographic restrictions, making it accessible to individuals and organizations globally. Revenue from .tv domain registrations constitutes a significant portion of Tuvalu's national income.
As well as an historic popularity among webTVs and Youtube Channels, the extension has also ecome a reference for gaming.
Anyone can register a .TV domain.
All the major registrars offer the .TV extension. The cheapest registrars for .TV domains are listed in the domain prices comparison tools.
GoDaddy Registry manages the .TV domain registry under an agreement with the Government of Tuvalu.