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from $10,500 + $10,500/yr renewal

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Frequently asked questions about checkmate.dot

Can domain.pay help me get TMCH/SMD support before the .PAY deadline for a travel booking brand?

TMCH is the Trademark Clearinghouse. For .PAY priority registration, the trademark record must be validated and the registrant needs a matching SMD file. domain.pay can help start the fast-track or submission path: https://domain.pay/register. Begin early because TMCH handling takes time.

What if someone with a trademark wants checkmate.dot too?

If a trademark holder has a matching mark, they can claim checkmate.dot during sunrise, before general availability where you would register. That is why checking checkmate.dot's eligibility early matters. domain.pay can advise on your options at https://domain.pay/register.

Is registering .PAY a replacement for trademark monitoring for in-app purchases?

No. Registering .PAY is not a replacement for trademark monitoring, takedowns or fraud controls. It can still reduce customer confusion around your official payment destination. Start by checking key names through domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register.

Which file format does NicNames accept for trademark priority on checkmate.dot?

NicNames accepts the standard .smd (Signed Mark Data) file issued by the Trademark Clearinghouse for trademark priority on checkmate.dot. The file is a signed, encoded representation of your validated checkmate.dot mark. Other documents cannot substitute for the SMD. Upload it during registration at https://domain.pay/register.

When does the .PAY LRP1 period begin for loan repayments?

ICANN currently lists .PAY Limited Registration Period 1 from July 20, 2026 to February 1, 2027. LRP1 has payment-transaction eligibility and use restrictions. Check your domain path through domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register.

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.