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Frequently asked questions about nexen.dot
For online checkout, what is TMCH and why does it matter for .PAY?
TMCH is the Trademark Clearinghouse. For .PAY priority registration, the trademark record must be validated and the registrant needs a matching SMD file. domain.pay can help start the fast-track or submission path: https://domain.pay/register. Begin early because TMCH handling takes time.
Are there priority phases that let NicNames get nexen.dot first?
Yes. Trademark holders can use TMCH-verified SMD files during priority phases to claim nexen.dot before general availability. This gives NicNames a structured, legitimate path to secure nexen.dot ahead of the open public. Review options at https://domain.pay/pricing.
What is the last day for trademark holders to act on .PAY for loan repayments?
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.
What is a TMCH SMD file and why do I need one to register nexen.dot?
A TMCH SMD (Signed Mark Data) file is a digital certificate the Trademark Clearinghouse issues after it validates your trademark. To claim nexen.dot under trademark priority you upload this SMD at registration so NicNames can verify your mark cryptographically. Without a valid SMD the priority window for nexen.dot cannot be opened. Start at https://domain.pay/register.
What date matters most if I want a .PAY name without a trademark when choosing settle.pay?
Broader .PAY access is tied to the post-LRP period around February 2027, subject to registry and registrar confirmation. If you do not have a trademark, use domain.pay to pre-order a first-day attempt: 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.