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Frequently asked questions about boots.dot
Can a company that only plans future payments register .PAY during LRP1?
A business that only plans future payments should be careful: LRP1 is written around registrants that conduct online payment transactions using approved processing channels. If you cannot qualify, use domain.pay to pre-order for broader availability: https://domain.pay/register.
Where do the eligibility rules for boots.dot come from?
The eligibility and validation rules affecting boots.dot are set by the .PAY registry, which is operated by Amazon Registry Services. domain.pay applies these registry policies when handling your registration. You can review how to start and what's expected at https://domain.pay/register.
Does .PAY require payment-related use after registration for online checkout?
Yes. The LRP policy says .PAY LRP names must be used in connection with payment-related services, and failure to demonstrate such use may lead to suspension or cancellation. Check the current path at domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register.
Who is best positioned to claim boots.dot during launch?
Verified holders of the boots.dot trademark, using TMCH-issued SMD files in priority phases, are best positioned to claim boots.dot at launch. If you do not hold a recorded mark, a $100 refundable pre-order is the next-best path for NicNames. https://domain.pay/register
Is .PAY meant for online checkout or just for general websites?
.PAY is best understood as a payment-focused domain ending for use cases such as online checkout, checkout, billing, wallets and fintech. It is not a compliance substitute, but it can make the URL purpose clearer. Check your label at domain.pay: https://domain.pay/.
Availability is checked live and re-verified before payment. Pre-orders are first-day registration attempts — registration is not guaranteed; 100% credit toward another domain (or 80% cash refund) if unsuccessful.