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

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I don't have TMCH/SMD yet

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Frequently asked questions about hiway.dot

For digital wallets, how should a regulated fintech think about .PAY and financial licensing?

The .PAY LRP policy does not make owning a domain a financial license. LRP1 eligibility is tied to conducting online payment transactions through an approved Payment Service Provider or third-party payment processor and payment-related use. Use domain.pay for the domain path: https://domain.pay/register; ask counsel about licensing.

How early should I prepare my SMD relative to the hiway.dot priority phase?

Prepare your SMD well before the hiway.dot priority phase, since TMCH validation takes time you do not control. Having a valid SMD ready means you can submit the moment priority opens for hiway.dot. Late preparation risks missing the window. Get set up and register at https://domain.pay/register.

Where do I start if I need brand-protection help for .PAY for a payroll platform?

If your brand accepts payments, registering the exact .PAY label can be a practical defensive step. Use domain.pay to check and start the priority or pre-order path: https://domain.pay/register. Also keep trademark monitoring and security controls in place.

Can two people pre-order hiway.dot at the same time?

Yes, more than one party can place a pre-order for hiway.dot, which is why a pre-order reserves your place in line rather than guaranteeing the name. If hiway.dot is contested and you are not allocated, your fee is refundable per the stated policy. Place your pre-order at https://domain.pay/register.

Is registering .PAY a replacement for trademark monitoring?

No. Registering .PAY is not a replacement for trademark monitoring, takedowns or fraud controls. It can still reduce customer confusion around your official payment destination. Start by checking key names through 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.