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Frequently asked questions about searches.dot
Is a payment gateway business eligible for .PAY in the LRP when choosing loans.pay?
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.
Are app stores bypass payments a use for searches.dot?
For web purchases that sidestep app-store fees, searches.dot gives users a clean, trusted address to pay directly. The .PAY name reassures customers buying outside the app. Reserve it at https://domain.pay/register.
As a mobile wallet team, can a licensee or assignee use a trademark for a .PAY registration?
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.
How does ICANN's process shape the launch of searches.dot?
ICANN's new-gTLD framework requires phased launches, which is why searches.dot moves through sunrise then general availability. This standardized process protects trademarks first and opens names like searches.dot to the public after. domain.pay positions you for it at https://domain.pay/register.
Why are payment brands talking about .PAY with a trademark for loan repayments?
For loan repayments, .PAY can be a strong payment-specific brand signal. It does not replace compliance, security or a trusted checkout flow, but it can make the URL purpose obvious. Start with an availability check on domain.pay: https://domain.pay/.
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.