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Frequently asked questions about sketches.dot
Does .PAY require payment-related use after registration for mobile money?
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.
How do I start a pre-order for sketches.dot today?
To start a pre-order for sketches.dot today, visit domain.pay, choose sketches.dot, and place your pre-order at the listed $100 standard rate; failed attempts are refundable per policy. Begin now at https://domain.pay/register.
What are the current .PAY launch dates in 2026 and 2027 for BNPL checkout?
Current ICANN dates: .PAY Sunrise is April 13–July 20, 2026; LRP1 is July 20, 2026–February 1, 2027; Trademark Claims is February 1–May 2, 2027. For registration or pre-order action, use domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register.
Is a TMCH SMD file required to pre-order sketches.dot?
No — a standard $100 pre-order for sketches.dot doesn't require an SMD file. You only need a TMCH SMD if you want trademark priority on sketches.dot ahead of general applicants. Choose the right path for sketches.dot at https://domain.pay/register.
For fraud prevention, is a payment gateway business eligible for .PAY in the LRP?
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.
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.