Namecheap has seen significant growth in its Spaceship registrar, catapulting it to the second spot for .com domains under management. According to the latest data published by ICANN and Verisign, Namecheap, in collaboration with Spaceship, has surpassed Tucows to claim this position. Additionally, it is likely to have surpassed Newfold Digital, although this may not be reflected in the results immediately.
Spaceship, a part of Namecheap, witnessed a remarkable increase in .com domain registrations, reaching approximately 750,000 by the end of February. This surge is impressive considering that just a year ago, Spaceship managed only 200,000 .com domains. Among the top ten registrars, only Namecheap and Squarespace experienced year-over-year growth, indicating their strong performance in the domain registration industry.
Hostinger also stood out with another month of robust new additions, reflecting the dynamic nature of the domain registrar landscape. The chart below illustrates the performance of the largest registrars in terms of new registrations in February 2025, showcasing the latest available figures:
1. GoDaddy.com led the pack with 634,540 new registrations, followed by Namecheap Inc. with 366,542, Squarespace with 176,890, and Hostinger with 173,975. Tucows, Newfold Digital, Dynadot, Alibaba, IONOS, and Gname also featured in the rankings, each contributing to the competitive domain registration market.
The top registrars by total .com registrations under management by the end of February are as follows:
1. GoDaddy retained its position with over 53 million .com registrations, followed by Newfold Digital, Namecheap, Tucows, Squarespace, IONOS, TurnCommerce, Gname, Alibaba, and Team Internet Group. These registrars manage substantial numbers of .com domains, showcasing their influence and market share in the domain industry.
Various domain companies have multiple accreditations, contributing to the diversity and competitiveness of the domain registrar landscape. For instance, GoDaddy includes several entities like Wild West Domains and Uniregistry, while Namecheap’s portfolio comprises Namecheap and Spaceship. Tucows, Newfold Digital, Squarespace, TurnCommerce, IONOS, and Team Internet Group also operate under multiple accreditations, expanding their reach and services.
The domain registration sector continues to evolve, with registrars vying for market share and customer loyalty through innovative services and competitive offerings. The latest data underscores the dynamic nature of the industry, where growth and performance metrics drive strategic decisions and competitive positioning among registrars.
As the domain registration landscape evolves, companies like Namecheap, driven by the success of Spaceship, are making significant strides in expanding their market presence and solidifying their position as key players in the domain industry. The ongoing competition and growth in the domain registrar space indicate a vibrant and competitive market environment, offering customers a wide range of options and services for their domain registration needs.
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