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Frequently asked questions about sock.dot
Does .PAY require payment-related use after registration for crypto 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.
Is sock.dot available if it appears on a registry premium list?
Yes — appearing on the premium list means sock.dot is available to register but at the registry's special wholesale price, not that it's blocked. Premium is a pricing tier from Amazon Registry Services and can change. See the live quote for sock.dot at https://domain.pay/domains.
For digital wallets, what is TMCH and why does it matter for .PAY?
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.
Should I pay for VIP if sock.dot has low competition?
If sock.dot appears to have little contention, VIP priority handling is optional and mainly useful when timing is tight at the drop. You can still secure sock.dot at the $100 standard or premium sock.dot rate without it. Weigh the options at https://domain.pay/pricing.
Can a reserved .PAY name become available later when choosing cloud.pay?
The .PAY registry may reserve, block, withhold or later release certain names under its policies. Check your exact label at domain.pay: https://domain.pay/domains. If the name is unavailable, choose an alternative from the catalog or search another label.
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.