Here are launches occurring within 30 days from today
| Extension | Start Date | Order Entry Deadline | First-come First-served (FCFS) | Suggested Users |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Registration Phase | ||||
| .cpa | 1-Sep-2020 | 29-Oct-2020 | No | Relevant to companies that have licensed CPA firms |
| Limited Registration | ||||
| .cpa | 1-Sep-2020 | 29-Oct-2020 | No | Relevant to companies that have licensed CPA firms |
| .gay | 6-Apr-2020 | 2-Sep-2020 | Yes | For LGBTQ individuals, organizations, businesses, and their allies, .gay will serve as a virtual Pride fla. From personal artist profiles to Fortune 500 companies, everyone is welcome in the .gay family. |
The information provided is intended for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice
SPOTLIGHT
.AU License rules
The registry for .AU has announced recently that they have approved a new set of licensing rules. This policy change includes previous and new registrations of third-level .au names. CSC will be in touch with our customers shortly to provide more information. This will include any action items if any result from this policy change.
Compare and Select Your New Domains
TLD: .compare & .select
Launch Type: New gTLD
Important Dates: 04-May-2020 Order Entry Deadline Sunrise, FCFS
06-May-2020 General Availability begins, FCFS
Available Information: Trademark Holders with Valid SMD file may apply during Sunrise phase
Suggested Users: Comparison Service, Telecommunication Service, Banking & Financing, Consumer Good companies
Neustar registry announced plans to launch two previously closed gTLDs,
.compare and .select. Both TLDs will include a Sunrise phase for trademark holders beginning April 6, 2020. The TLD will then release for General
Availability on May 6, 2020. CSC is still collecting launch details and
requirements. Additional information will be communicated as it becomes
available. Please contact your Client Service Partner if you are interested in
either launch.
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Top-Level .ar Domain Launch Delayed
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Still Launching
The following TLDs have launch phases (Pre-General Availability) that are currently still in progress. If you are interested in participating in any of these launches, please contact your Client Service Partner.
.gay
.basketball
.mt
.bot
.rugby
.pa
.new