Yes, it's possible for a new application for the .YELLOW generic top-level domain (gTLD) to be submitted to ICANN in 2026. ICANN's next round for new gTLD applications is expected to open in April 2026.
ICANN's New gTLD Program: Next Round
ICANN, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers, is responsible for managing the Internet's domain name system. Its New gTLD Program allows businesses, communities, and other organizations to apply for new top-level domains. The last major round of applications was in 2012, which added over 1,200 new gTLDs to the Internet. The upcoming round is the second of its kind and is designed to further encourage innovation, competition, and consumer choice. The application period is projected to last for 12-15 weeks.
The application process is complex, and ICANN is currently finalizing the Applicant Guidebook (AGB), which is the official rulebook for the program. The AGB is a crucial step that needs to be completed before the application window opens. It is expected to be finalized by the end of 2025, which would allow the application window to open in April 2026 as planned. The process of applying for a new gTLD is a significant undertaking, as it requires the applicant to be able to operate a registry business that supports the domain name system.
In the past, there was an application for a .YELLOW gTLD by DotYellow PTY LTD in Australia, which was intended to be used as a business directory. An entity could choose to re-apply for this gTLD in the upcoming round.
The New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round This video provides an overview of ICANN's new gTLD program and explains its goals and objectives.
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