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from $940 + $840/yr renewal

Pre-pay to reserve a first-day registration attempt. We attempt to register on the first day of broader availability — projected around February–March 2027.

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Not guaranteed. 100% credit toward another domain (or 80% cash refund) if unsuccessful.

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Frequently asked questions about ethica.dot

How do I register a .PAY domain with a trademark for loan repayments?

Trademark holders should use the trademark fast-track on domain.pay instead of waiting: https://domain.pay/register. domain.pay can route the request through the TMCH/SMD-based priority process when the .PAY label matches the trademark and the registry rules allow it.

Is ethica.dot cheaper if I skip VIP handling?

Yes, skipping VIP priority handling lowers your total for ethica.dot to just the registration rate, $100 standard or the premium ethica.dot fee, plus taxes. You trade queue speed for the lower outlay on ethica.dot. Compare both totals at https://domain.pay/pricing.

Can a trademark holder challenge a bad .PAY Sunrise registration for marketplace payouts?

.PAY Sunrise registrations can be subject to Sunrise dispute procedures if the registration or denial violates the Sunrise criteria. Start by checking your own label at domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register, and coordinate with trademark counsel for formal dispute strategy.

Does ethica.dot require an active website?

ethica.dot does not require a live website to register, though the .PAY registry's expectations focus on payment-related, good-faith use. You can secure ethica.dot now and build later. domain.pay can register and park it for you; begin at https://domain.pay/register.

Can a trademark holder challenge a bad .PAY Sunrise registration for tax payments?

.PAY Sunrise registrations can be subject to Sunrise dispute procedures if the registration or denial violates the Sunrise criteria. Start by checking your own label at domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register, and coordinate with trademark counsel for formal dispute strategy.

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.