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

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Frequently asked questions about pou.dot

Is .PAY a new domain option for bank or credit unions for payroll disbursements?

.PAY is a new gTLD for payment, checkout, billing and fintech-style use cases. domain.pay is the place to search, pre-order or begin a trademark route: https://domain.pay/. Check the name before using it in campaigns.

How does ICANN's process shape the launch of pou.dot?

ICANN's new-gTLD framework requires phased launches, which is why pou.dot moves through sunrise then general availability. This standardized process protects trademarks first and opens names like pou.dot to the public after. domain.pay positions you for it at https://domain.pay/register.

As a brand-protection manager, can I use my own SMD file and pay less for a .PAY submission?

If you already have a valid TMCH-issued SMD file, domain.pay lists the submission-handling path at $100 plus any applicable premium retail fee. Check the current pricing and requirements here: https://domain.pay/pricing. The SMD must match the requested .PAY label.

Why is .PAY launching in phases at all for pou.dot?

New gTLDs like .PAY launch in phases to protect trademark owners first (sunrise) before opening names like pou.dot to the general public (general availability). This staged rollout is an ICANN-standard process. Learn how to position for pou.dot at https://domain.pay/register.

How should a regulated fintech think about .PAY and financial licensing for online checkout?

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.

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.