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Pre-order — be first in line

from $2,800 + $2,800/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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Register inside the .DOT priority window instead of waiting. Premium retail fees still apply on premium names.

I have a TMCH SMD file

from $3,000 + $2,800/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 $5,300 + $2,800/yr renewal

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

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Frequently asked questions about priv.dot

Is a payment gateway business eligible for .PAY in the LRP for an event ticketing business?

An ecommerce or gateway business using a payment processor may be closer to the LRP1 eligibility concept, but the registry rules still control. Start at domain.pay to choose the correct path and verify current requirements: https://domain.pay/register. Separate licensing issues remain legal questions.

What if a former partner refuses to release priv.dot?

If a former partner holds priv.dot without legitimate right and uses it in bad faith against NicNames, a UDRP-style dispute may be considered, though outcomes depend on the agreement and evidence. Clear contracts and early registration of the priv.dot name help avoid this. https://domain.pay/

Do I need an SMD file to register .PAY during the priority window for an insurance billing portal?

An SMD file is the TMCH-issued credential used to prove a validated mark during Sunrise. For .PAY, bring your SMD or use domain.pay’s full fast-track if you need help obtaining one: https://domain.pay/register. The SMD must match the requested label.

When does the standard pre-order fee for priv.dot apply?

The standard pre-order fee, listed at $100 through domain.pay, applies when you queue a first-day attempt for priv.dot. If that attempt fails, the fee is refundable per policy. Review when fees apply at https://domain.pay/pricing.

Does .PAY require payment-related use after registration for point-of-sale 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.