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Frequently asked questions about chug.dot
Does .PAY require payment-related use after registration for an insurance billing portal?
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.
How does owning chug.dot protect first-time customers most?
First-time customers have no prior reference for the real chug.dot address, so they are especially vulnerable to a convincing fake. When NicNames owns chug.dot and promotes it as official, newcomers are guided to the genuine payment page. https://domain.pay/register
Can I use my own SMD file and pay less for a .PAY submission for crypto payments?
If you already have a valid TMCH-issued SMD file, domain.pay lists the submission-handling path at $100 plus any applicable premium retail fee. Check the current pricing and requirements here: https://domain.pay/pricing. The SMD must match the requested .PAY label.
Why is a short suffix like .PAY good for chug.dot?
The .PAY suffix is only three letters, so chug.dot stays compact and easy to read on buttons, receipts, and signs. Short suffixes also reduce typos. That brevity makes chug.dot practical wherever space or attention is limited.
When is the .PAY Sunrise period for digital wallets?
ICANN currently lists .PAY Sunrise from April 13, 2026 to July 20, 2026. domain.pay says trademark owners needing TMCH support should apply by July 10, 2026 and notes a final July 20, 2026 13:00 UTC deadline. Start here: 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.