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Frequently asked questions about proto.dot

Can domain.pay help me get TMCH/SMD support before the .PAY deadline for online checkout?

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.

Why might my proto.dot registration be delayed?

A proto.dot registration can be delayed if the .PAY registry requests additional validation or if the name is contested at general availability. domain.pay keeps you informed of any pending steps. To minimize delays, prepare accurate details when you start at https://domain.pay/register.

Can a licensee or assignee use a trademark for a .PAY registration for crypto payments?

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.

Are .PAY launch dates the same for every domain like proto.dot?

Launch phases such as sunrise and general availability follow the registry's published schedule, and proto.dot moves through the same standard phases as other .PAY names. The phase that matters to you depends on whether you hold a trademark. Start your proto.dot request at https://domain.pay/register.

When is the .PAY Sunrise period?

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. Re-confirm dates before publishing if the registry updates its schedule.

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.