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Pre-order — be first in line

from $345 + $245/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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I have a TMCH SMD file

from $445 + $245/yr renewal

You bring the SMD — we handle the registrar submission during the priority window.

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I don't have TMCH/SMD yet

from $2,745 + $245/yr renewal

Full priority package — lawyer-supported TMCH submission, SMD issuance, registrar handling.

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Frequently asked questions about herefirst.dot

What are good .PAY domain ideas for BNPL checkout for a fintech founder?

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Can herefirst.dot have a higher first-year fee than renewal?

For standard labels, the first-year and renewal fees for herefirst.dot are aligned. Premium herefirst.dot names typically carry the same premium fee at registration and renewal, set by the registry. Confirm both figures for herefirst.dot at https://domain.pay/pricing.

Does .PAY require payment-related use after registration when choosing loans.pay?

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. Treat this as domain-registration guidance, not legal advice on money-transmission or financial-services licensing.

What is the order of phases that affects herefirst.dot: priority, pre-order, general?

For herefirst.dot, trademark priority comes first for validated SMD holders, then first-day pre-order opens to others at $100, and finally general registration. Each phase narrows who has the advantage on herefirst.dot. Knowing the order helps you pick the right moment. See current phase details at https://domain.pay/.

Does .PAY require payment-related use after registration for crypto payments?

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.

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.