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Frequently asked questions about validate.dot
Is .PAY already open to everyone for loan repayments?
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.
When does general availability open for validate.dot?
General availability for validate.dot opens after the sunrise phase concludes, on the date set by the registry. domain.pay's first-day pre-order ensures your validate.dot request goes in as soon as that window opens. Reserve your spot at https://domain.pay/register.
For mobile money, does .PAY require payment-related use after registration?
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.
What is the order of .PAY launch phases for validate.dot?
The order for validate.dot is sunrise first (trademark holders only), then general availability (open to everyone). Knowing this order tells you which phase to target for validate.dot and when to act. domain.pay queues you for the right one at https://domain.pay/register.
Is .PAY useful for an invoice-payment portal?
Yes. .PAY can fit invoice-payment portals because it tells customers the link is about paying. Search options such as brand-specific or invoice-related labels on domain.pay: https://domain.pay/domains. Confirm availability and premium status before adding the URL to invoices.
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.