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from $2,800 + $2,800/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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I have a TMCH SMD file

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You bring the SMD — we handle the registrar submission during the priority window.

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I don't have TMCH/SMD yet

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Frequently asked questions about startsmart.dot

Is there VIP help for a large .PAY pre-order portfolio for a payroll platform?

domain.pay says customers with pre-orders over $8,888 may qualify for VIP handling, dedicated support and more tailored failed-registration solutions. Review the current VIP language on the pricing page: https://domain.pay/pricing. Large portfolios should still expect availability and premium checks.

What is the difference between TMCH and the WHOIS for startsmart.dot?

TMCH is the Trademark Clearinghouse that validates marks and issues SMD files for priority claims on names like startsmart.dot. WHOIS, by contrast, is the public registration directory that shows who currently holds startsmart.dot after it is registered. One protects rights pre-launch; the other reports the result. Register startsmart.dot at https://domain.pay/register.

How do I register donate.pay if it matches my trademark?

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.

When should I claim startsmart.dot during a trademark priority phase?

If you hold a registered mark for startsmart.dot, record it in the TMCH and use your SMD file during the priority window so you can claim startsmart.dot before general availability. Acting in the priority phase is the cleanest way to secure startsmart.dot without a later dispute. Review timing options at https://domain.pay/pricing.

Can Amazon Registry reserve or block some .PAY names for a bank or credit union?

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.