TOKYO, Sept. 17,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A provider of innovative
domains, it.com Domains, is excited to announce the availability of
its domains through GMO Internet Group, a leading domain registrar
with the #1 market share in Japan[1]. This
cooperation brings the it com domain extension to the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. It marks a
significant milestone in expanding domain options for businesses
and individuals in this market, which has the highest number of
internet users globally and is experiencing rapid
growth.[2].
GMO Internet Group is esteemed as a trusted, historic foundation
by IT-users in APAC: they were the very first ICANN-accredited
registrar in Asia. In addition,
their domain registration service "Onamae.com" commands the #1
market share in Japan's domain
industry, with more than 33 million domain registration
records[3]. This partnership will grow by
leveraging GMO's extensive audience and it.com Domains' unique
value propositions to provide valued customers with the benefit of
enhanced domain choices.
Tess Diaz, Director of
Channel at it.com Domains, commented, "We are honored to have GMO
(domain registration service "Onamae.com") as not only a top global
domain registrar but also our first major APAC partner. In this
important region, we are strengthened and expect much success with
GMO as a trusted and valuable business partner!"
Yutaka Kirihara, General
Manager of Domain and Hosting Business Division at GMO Internet
Group, Inc., says, "We are excited about launching it com as we can
offer more options to our customers, especially with the IT-related
businesses. We hope to work more closely together moving
forward to promote brand awareness and to enhance market position
as well."
The introduction of .it com domains offers a wealth of short and
easy-to-remember domain names, expanding the choices of
short, powerful domain names for growing businesses. avoid settling
for leftover domains in well-mined generic top-level domains
(gTLDs). Moreover, the it.com domain extension is an excellent
choice for businesses aiming to scale globally and establish an
international brand. Operating within the .com root, it.com
domains ensure initial trust and seamless integration, providing
businesses with a reliable and effective online presence. The
extension's inherent association with the IT community makes it an
ideal choice for tech startups and projects, highlighting their
affiliation with the technology sector.
This collaboration aims to grow and strengthen the flourishing
domain landscape in the APAC region, providing unparalleled
opportunities for businesses of any size or industry to establish
an outstanding digital identity.
To learn more visit https://www.onamae.com/campaign/itcom/.
About it.com Domains
The company, it.com Domains LLC, is the official operator for
the .it.com domain registry offering domains under the .it.com
suffix, e.g. yourname.it.com. It is also planning to become a
Registry Services Provider (RSP) in the coming round of new gTLDs
planned by ICANN for 2026.
Headquartered in London, it.com
Domains is committed to promoting the adoption and trusted use of
the *.it.com domain space worldwide.
For more information, please visit https://get.it.com.
For media inquiries
Andrey Insarov
press@it.com
tel +447392000000
[1] https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/registry-reports
[2] https://straitsresearch.com/report/domain-name-registrar-market/asia-pacific
[3] https://www.gmo.jp/news/article/9057/
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