NewgTLDProgram.com
Technical Infrastructure
What is a Registry Service Provider?
Operating a top-level domain requires specialized technical infrastructure that most organizations do not build in-house. A Registry Service Provider delivers the complete backend needed to run a TLD within the ICANN New gTLD Program. Most applicants who want to start their own TLD or create their own domain extension partner with an RSP to handle the day-to-day technical operations of their registry.
DNS Infrastructure
Authoritative name servers for the TLD zone with global anycast distribution.
WHOIS / RDAP
Public lookup services meeting ICANN's Registration Data Access Protocol requirements.
EPP Provisioning
Extensible Provisioning Protocol systems for registrar domain management.
DNSSEC Support
Cryptographic signing for DNS security ensuring domain authenticity.
Registry Database
Central repository of all registered domains with high-availability architecture.
ICANN Compliance
Reporting, data escrow, and policy enforcement systems for ongoing compliance.
Neutral Advisory
Our Role in Helping Applicants Choose the Right RSP
NewgTLDprogram.com acts as a neutral advisor helping applicants evaluate the available Registry Service Providers. As an experienced ICANN New gTLD Consultant, we do not promote a single RSP. Instead, we help applicants navigate the available options and choose the best provider from a carefully vetted shortlist based on their business model, budget, and long-term goals.
Our Partners
Registry Service Providers We Work With
We collaborate with leading backend providers participating in the ICANN Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program (RSP Program).
One of the world's largest registry operators, managing hundreds of TLDs with enterprise-grade infrastructure and proven scale.
A modern registry platform offering flexible, cost-effective solutions for new gTLD applicants of all sizes.
A trusted name in the domain industry with decades of experience in registry operations and registrar services.
A specialized provider offering competitive backend solutions tailored for new domain extension operators.
These providers are experienced registry operators supporting multiple TLDs globally and are well-positioned to serve applicants in the ICANN New gTLD Program 2026 round.
RSP Evaluation
How We Help Applicants Evaluate RSPs
As part of our New gTLD Consulting services, we help applicants compare providers across six critical dimensions.
Technical Architecture
Platform reliability, redundancy, performance, and global distribution.
Policy Support
Assistance with registry policies and ICANN contractual obligations.
Pricing Models
Setup fees, per-domain costs, minimum commitments, and total cost of ownership.
ICANN Compliance
Escrow, reporting, audit readiness, and regulatory adherence.
Scalability
Ability to grow from launch to millions of registrations without migration.
Operational Experience
Proven track record operating top-level domains at production scale.
NewgTLDprogram.com helps applicants identify which backend is most suitable — whether they plan to start their own TLD for a brand, community, or open registration.
Client Advantages
Negotiated Pricing for Our Clients
Applicants working with NewgTLDprogram.com often receive significantly better pricing compared to approaching providers directly.
Reduced Onboarding Fees
Lower initial setup and integration costs through our pre-negotiated arrangements.
Better Backend Pricing
More competitive per-domain and platform fees than direct engagement.
Strategic Launch Advisory
Hands-on support from delegation through go-live and market launch.
NewgTLDprogram.com helps applicants identify which backend is most suitable — whether they plan to start their own TLD for a brand, community, or open registration.
Expert Guidance
Why Work With a New gTLD Consultant for RSP Selection
Choosing an RSP without expert guidance can expose your application to avoidable risks.
Unnecessary costs
Overpaying for features your registry doesn't need.
Technical mismatches
Selecting a platform misaligned with your operational model.
Limited scalability
Outgrowing your provider as registration volumes increase.