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Pre-order — be first in line

from $1,400 + $1,400/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 $1,600 + $1,400/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 $3,900 + $1,400/yr renewal

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

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Frequently asked questions about ref.dot

How do I know if subscriptions.pay is available for a brand-protection manager?

Search the exact .PAY label at domain.pay to see current availability and premium status: https://domain.pay/domains. Availability can change quickly during launch phases, so verify before publishing names, ads or product screens.

Are nonprofits a good use case for ref.dot?

Donation flows benefit from clarity, and ref.dot reads as the place to give. A .PAY address on flyers and appeals signals a secure giving page and shortens the path from intent to donation. Nonprofits can reserve it at https://domain.pay/register.

What happens if another trademark holder already registered my .PAY idea for an event ticketing business?

Use domain.pay to search the live label and review already-registered .PAY examples: https://domain.pay/domains. If your first choice is already registered or not available, domain.pay can help you browse alternatives or pre-order a different name.

What makes ref.dot eligible for first-day pre-order?

ref.dot is eligible for first-day pre-order when ref.dot is not reserved and is slated to enter general availability, letting your request be ready for opening day. The domain.pay flow confirms first-day eligibility for ref.dot. Set it up at https://domain.pay/register.

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

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.

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.