.run Domain Names
42 registrars compared — cheapest from $2.79 at Spaceship
Delegated in 2015 during the new gTLD program, .run is a generic extension that offers a straightforward, action-oriented label for websites in the sports and recreation space.
| # | Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer | 5-Year Cost | 10-Year Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spaceship Cheapest | $2.79 | $25.04 | $25.04 | $102.95 | $228.15 | Visit |
| 2 | Namecheap | $3.48 | $40.98 | $32.98 | $167.40 | $372.30 | Visit |
| 3 | Sav | $3.49 | $25.16 | $25.16 | $104.13 | $229.93 | Visit |
| 4 | Dynadot | $4.00 | $25.90 | $25.90 | $107.60 | $237.10 | Visit |
| 5 | Porkbun | $4.12 | $25.23 | $25.23 | $105.04 | $231.19 | Visit |
| 6 | Crazy Domains | $4.19 | $26.49 | $25.99 | $110.15 | $242.60 | Visit |
| 7 | Regery | $4.49 | $25.99 | $25.99 | $108.45 | $238.40 | Visit |
| 8 | INWX | $4.54 | $43.80 | $43.80 | $179.74 | $398.74 | Visit |
| 9 | OVHcloud | $4.61 | $25.79 | $25.29 | $107.77 | $236.72 | Visit |
| 10 | GoDaddy | $5.19 | $48.19 | $48.19 | $197.95 | $438.90 | Visit |
| 11 | Hostinger | $5.19 | $32.19 | $5.19 | $133.95 | $294.90 | Visit |
| 12 | Above.com | $5.39 | $23.32 | $23.32 | $98.67 | $215.27 | Visit |
| 13 | Cosmotown | $5.52 | $23.20 | $23.20 | $98.32 | $214.32 | Visit |
| 14 | All Domains | $5.55 | $35.52 | $35.52 | $147.63 | $325.23 | Visit |
| 15 | Truehost | $5.82 | $40.81 | $27.56 | $169.06 | $373.11 | Visit |
| 16 | NameSilo | $5.99 | $31.99 | $25.49 | $133.95 | $293.90 | Visit |
| 17 | EuroDNS | $6.46 | $49.55 | $49.55 | $204.66 | $452.41 | Visit |
| 18 | Blacknight | $6.64 | $35.50 | $35.50 | $148.64 | $326.14 | Visit |
| 19 | Name.com | $6.99 | $49.99 | $49.99 | $206.95 | $456.90 | Visit |
| 20 | Directnic | $8.99 | $36.99 | $36.99 | $156.95 | $341.90 | Visit |
| 21 | Netim | $9.50 | $40.50 | $24.00 | $171.50 | $374.00 | Visit |
| 22 | Squarespace | $10.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $190.00 | $415.00 | Visit |
| 23 | Gname | $10.99 | $34.99 | $34.99 | $150.95 | $325.90 | Visit |
| 24 | eDomains | $20.40 | $20.40 | $20.40 | $102.00 | $204.00 | Visit |
| 25 | Bluehost | $20.99 | $33.99 | $20.99 | $156.95 | $326.90 | Visit |
| 26 | Cloudflare | $21.20 | $21.20 | $21.20 | $106.00 | $212.00 | Visit |
| 27 | Infomaniak | $21.86 | $21.86 | $21.86 | $109.30 | $218.60 | Visit |
| 28 | NameBright | $23.00 | $23.00 | $23.00 | $115.00 | $230.00 | Visit |
| 29 | DreamHost | $24.99 | $24.99 | $24.99 | $124.95 | $249.90 | Visit |
| 30 | Hello.co | $24.99 | $24.99 | $24.99 | $124.95 | $249.90 | Visit |
| 31 | Gandi | $28.86 | $63.98 | $24.46 | $284.78 | $604.68 | Visit |
| 32 | Epik | $28.95 | $28.95 | $28.95 | $144.75 | $289.50 | Visit |
| 33 | Internet.bs | $29.42 | $33.25 | $29.42 | $162.42 | $328.67 | Visit |
| 34 | MrDomain | $31.02 | $31.02 | $31.02 | $155.10 | $310.20 | Visit |
| 35 | 123 Reg | $32.98 | $32.98 | $32.98 | $164.90 | $329.80 | Visit |
| 36 | Marcaria | $33.00 | $33.00 | $33.00 | $165.00 | $330.00 | Visit |
| 37 | Regtons | $37.99 | $37.99 | $37.99 | $189.95 | $379.90 | Visit |
| 38 | IONOS | $40.00 | $40.00 | $40.00 | $200.00 | $400.00 | Visit |
| 39 | Hover | $40.19 | $40.19 | $40.19 | $200.95 | $401.90 | Visit |
| 40 | Moniker | $43.45 | $49.12 | $43.45 | $239.93 | $485.53 | Visit |
| 41 | 101domain | $47.67 | $58.17 | $47.67 | $280.35 | $571.20 | Visit |
| 42 | OnlyDomains | $49.49 | $54.99 | $54.99 | $269.45 | $544.40 | Visit |
Prices updated daily. Some registrars show promotional first-year prices. Always verify the final price on the registrar's website before purchasing.
From the 2012 New gTLD Program to a Running Start
The .run domain was delegated on April 30, 2015, as part of the 2012 new gTLD program. It is operated by Binky Moon, LLC, a company known for managing a portfolio of similar generic extensions. Although not a brand TLD, .run found its niche among runners, sports clubs, and fitness communities. The delegation was a fast one—just over three years after the program began—showing the demand for such niche extensions.
What .run Signals Beyond the Track
While .run obviously appeals to runners and athletics organizations, its verb-like quality gives it broader marketing appeal. Websites can use .run to imply continuous activity or progress—for example, a tech blog might be 'debug.run' or a travel site 'explore.run'. This flexibility is common among new gTLDs, but .run's clean, energetic meaning gives it a distinct edge over more restrictive sports TLDs like .football or .tennis. The extension works equally well for event organizers, coaching services, and even startups wanting a dynamic web address.
Pricing Spread: From Budget to Premium
The pricing for .run domains varies widely across the 42 registrars that offer it. At the low end, Spaceship charges just $2.79 for the first year, making it an inexpensive entry point for individuals and small clubs. However, some registrars price it at $49.49, a tenfold difference that reflects the extension's perceived value in certain niches. Renewal rates hover around $25.04, but it's wise to compare because the spread is extreme. This volatility suggests that demand is not yet uniform, but the budget-friendly entry makes experimentation low-risk.
How .run Compares to Other Sports Extensions
In the sports category, .run shares the field with .sport, as well as sport-specific extensions like .football, .basketball, and .golf. Unlike those, .run is not limited to a single discipline—it covers all forms of running, from marathons to parkour, but also crosses into general fitness and movement. .sport might be the umbrella term, but .run is more active and immediate. The choice between them often comes down to branding: .run suggests action, while .sport is broader and more institutional. For a niche community, .run can feel more personal and direct.