.app vs .com
A comparison for mobile and web app companies deciding between the universal .com and the purpose-built .app extension. Like .dev, .app is Google-operated with mandatory HTTPS and clearly communicates that you offer an application.
Choose .com if your app targets mainstream consumers who expect .com domains. Choose .app if your brand centers on a mobile or web application and you want a descriptive, modern extension.
| Feature | .app | .com |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Application | Commercial |
| Type | Generic | Generic |
| Registry | Google Registry | VeriSign, Inc. |
| Registered Domains | 500 000 | 160 000 000 |
| Year Introduced | 2018 | 1985 |
| DNSSEC | ✓ | ✓ |