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Will NicNames store my SMD file after registering elephants.dot?

NicNames uses your SMD file to validate and process your priority claim on elephants.dot during registration. The SMD itself is tied to your TMCH record, which the Clearinghouse maintains independently. Handle your SMD securely since it represents your validated rights to elephants.dot. Begin registration at https://domain.pay/register.

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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.