Domain Suffixes: What They Are & Why They Matter

A domain suffix, also known as a top-level domain (TLD), is the last part of a domain name that follows the final dot. For example, in the domain name 'example.com', '.com' is the domain suffix. Some common domain suffixes include .com, .org, .net, .edu, and .gov. Each suffix has a specific meaning and is used to categorize websites based on their purpose or location. For example, .com is used for commercial websites, .org is used for non-profit organizations, and .edu is used for educational institutions.