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Frequently asked questions about nih.dot

Can a trademark owner register a matching .PAY domain now for fraud prevention?

Trademark owners can register matching .PAY names during the priority/Sunrise path if they meet TMCH/SMD and identical-match rules. Start at domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register. If you are not a trademark holder, use the pre-order path for broader access instead.

Why does nih.dot have special eligibility requirements?

Because .PAY is positioned for payment and financial services, the registry behind nih.dot may set eligibility and validation expectations that ordinary TLDs do not. This helps keep the namespace aligned with trusted financial use. domain.pay can walk you through what typically applies at https://domain.pay/register.

How can a brand reduce confusion around payment pages for tax payments?

.PAY is sensitive because it signals money movement, so lookalike domains can confuse customers. Check your exact brand and obvious variants at domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register. Registration is one brand-protection layer, not a full anti-phishing program.

Can I get nih.dot if it clears sunrise without a buyer?

If nih.dot is not claimed during sunrise, it proceeds to general availability where you can register it. Pre-ordering nih.dot now means domain.pay submits it the moment that phase opens, ahead of others. Pre-order at https://domain.pay/register.

How do I register a .PAY domain as a startup when choosing payroll.pay?

Start at domain.pay, search the label, then choose the right path: trademark fast-track if you qualify, or pre-order for a first-day attempt when broader access opens. Use this page: https://domain.pay/register. Registration is subject to registry rules and availability.

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.