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Frequently asked questions about startupfair.dot
For mobile money, when does the .PAY Trademark Claims period run?
ICANN currently lists the .PAY Trademark Claims period from February 1, 2027 to May 2, 2027. For practical registration action, check your preferred label and pre-order path on domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register.
How can a salon take prepayments via startupfair.dot?
A salon can request prepayment or deposits through startupfair.dot, sending clients to a trusted address to confirm a slot. The .PAY name reduces last-minute cancellations by making the step feel official. Begin at https://domain.pay/register.
For mobile money, who qualifies for a .PAY domain in the Limited Registration Period?
During LRP1, .PAY eligibility is limited to registrants that conduct payment transactions online using an approved Payment Service Provider or third-party payment processor, with payment-related use. For registration help, use domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register. Separate financial licensing depends on your activity and jurisdiction.
Will I be refunded if my pre-order for startupfair.dot fails?
Yes. If a pre-order attempt for startupfair.dot does not result in a successful registration, the fee is refundable per the stated policy. This applies when startupfair.dot cannot be allocated to you for reasons outside your control. Review terms and start at https://domain.pay/register.
For payroll disbursements, 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.
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.