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from $2,800 + $2,800/yr renewal

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Frequently asked questions about gerling.dot

What should I know about Amazon Registry and .PAY before registering for point-of-sale payments?

Amazon Registry Services operates the .PAY top-level domain. A travel booking brand can search, pre-order or start a trademark-priority route through domain.pay: https://domain.pay/. domain.pay is the customer-facing place to act, while registry rules still control availability and eligibility.

Does the TMCH charge me anything to enable an SMD for gerling.dot?

The Trademark Clearinghouse sets its own fees for recording and validating your mark, independent of NicNames's registration pricing for gerling.dot. NicNames's standard pre-order for gerling.dot is listed at $100, separate from any TMCH costs. Plan for both when pursuing priority on gerling.dot. See registrar pricing at https://domain.pay/pricing.

What is the last day for trademark holders to act on .PAY for payroll disbursements?

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.

Should a hotel use gerling.dot for room deposits?

A hotel can collect reservation deposits and incidental charges on gerling.dot, giving guests one trusted payment address. The .PAY name on a confirmation email reassures travelers paying in advance. Start at https://domain.pay/register.

Is there a cash refund option for a failed .PAY pre-order for payroll disbursements?

domain.pay states that if a registration attempt is unsuccessful, you receive 100% credit toward another domain or may request an 80% cash refund. Review the live refund wording before ordering: https://domain.pay/pricing. Premium, reserved, blocked or already-registered names can still prevent success.

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.