How many gTLDs (generic TLDs) are there currently?

There are hundreds of generic top-level domains (gTLDs) in existence. The number of gTLDs has significantly increased since the introduction of ICANN's New gTLD Program, which began accepting applications for new gTLDs in 2012.

The New gTLD Program allowed for the expansion of the domain name system by enabling the introduction of new gTLDs beyond the traditional ones such as .com, .org, and .net. Under this program, organizations and entities could apply to ICANN to operate and manage new gTLDs, subject to evaluation and approval based on various criteria.

Since the launch of the New gTLD Program, hundreds of new gTLDs have been delegated into the DNS root zone, adding diversity and choice to the domain name space. These new gTLDs cover a wide range of categories, industries, interests, and geographic regions, catering to specific communities and market segments.

While the exact number of gTLDs may vary over time due to factors such as the introduction of new gTLDs, changes in registry operations, and the retirement or reassignment of existing gTLDs, the overall trend has been one of growth and expansion in the number and diversity of gTLDs available to registrants.