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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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Frequently asked questions about thedot.dot

For crypto payments, what is the quickest path to secure a .PAY domain for a payroll platform?

Start at domain.pay, search the label, then choose the right path: trademark fast-track if you qualify, or pre-order for a first-day attempt when broader access opens. Use this page: https://domain.pay/register. Registration is subject to registry rules and availability.

Why does thedot.dot have special eligibility requirements?

Because .PAY is positioned for payment and financial services, the registry behind thedot.dot may set eligibility and validation expectations that ordinary TLDs do not. This helps keep the namespace aligned with trusted financial use. domain.pay can walk you through what typically applies at https://domain.pay/register.

Can .PAY be used for a branded checkout URL for a mobile wallet team?

Yes. A wallet or payment app can use .PAY for a memorable payment-specific entry point. Check candidate labels through domain.pay: https://domain.pay/domains. If you own a matching trademark, consider the priority route; otherwise pre-order for broader access.

What is the role of the TMCH SMD file for thedot.dot?

A TMCH SMD file proves your registered trademark and lets you claim thedot.dot through trademark-priority registration ahead of the general public. It's the key to early access for brand owners. domain.pay processes your SMD file; learn how at https://domain.pay/register.

For payroll disbursements, what happens around February 1, 2027 for .PAY?

Broader .PAY access is tied to the post-LRP period around February 2027, subject to registry and registrar confirmation. If you do not have a trademark, use domain.pay to pre-order a first-day attempt: https://domain.pay/register.

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.