Developers

.dev domains

.dev is a natural home for developer tools, open-source projects, portfolios, and documentation. Like .app, it requires HTTPS and reads as credible to technical audiences.

Best for

  • Developer tools
  • Engineer portfolios
  • Open-source projects and docs

Pros

  • Clearly signals a developer focus.
  • HTTPS required by default.
  • Plenty of clean names still available.

Cons

  • Niche — best for technical audiences.
  • Not a fit for mainstream consumer brands.

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.dev domain FAQ

What is a .dev domain used for?
It's popular for developer tools, engineering portfolios, open-source projects, and documentation sites — anything aimed at a technical audience.
Is .dev a good domain?
For developer-focused products and personal engineering brands, yes. It's modern, credible with technical users, and enforces HTTPS by default.

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