Dear ICANN Community,
We’re excited to share that the Domain Name Association (The DNA), a project of the Internet Infrastructure Coalition (i2Coalition), has launched a new gTLD Resource Directory to support prospective applicants for the next round of ICANN’s New gTLD Program.
You can view the live directory here:
This new resource offers a vetted list of trusted service providers — from registry backend operators to legal, compliance, marketing, and technical experts — who are ready to support gTLD applicants. It’s the product of direct requests from this community, aimed at filling a gap that ICANN itself, due to its neutrality, cannot address.
When prospective applicants ask, “Who can help me apply?” ICANN cannot recommend providers — but the broader community can. This directory is designed to be that missing link: a community-driven guide to help new entrants find reliable, experienced partners.
How You Can Help
We would love your support in sharing this resource with anyone in your network who may be considering applying for a gTLD in the upcoming round. This is version one — just the start — and we want it to reach the people who need it most.
Want to Be Listed?
Participation is open to all qualified providers. If your organization would like to be considered for inclusion in the next update, you can apply here:
Listings are reviewed by an advisory group of industry peers. There’s no membership requirement to be listed.
What’s Coming Next?
We’ll be expanding the directory in the months ahead to include:
Detailed provider bios and service descriptions
Improved filtering and categorization
Educational content for prospective applicants
Regular updates based on community feedback
Thank you to everyone in the ICANN community who helped shape this effort. We’re proud to launch this resource at ICANN83 in Prague — and we’re just getting started.
All the best,