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 | ||||
| .eus | 14-Sep-2020 | 13-Oct-2020 | No | Revevant to companies with a connection to the Basque Country community. |
| .gay | 6-Apr-2020 | 2-Sep-2020 | Yes | For LGBTQ individuals, organizations, businesses, and their allies, .gay will serve as a virtual Pride flag. From personal artist profiles to Fortune 500 companies, everyone is welcome in the .gay family. |
| Limited 1 Phase | ||||
| .cpa | 1-Sep-2020 | 29-Oct-2020 | No | Relevant to companies that have licensed CPA firms. |
| Limited 2 Phase | ||||
| .cpa | 1-Sep-2020 | 29-Oct-2020 | No | Relevant to companies that have licensed CPA firms. |
| Limited 3 Phase | ||||
| .basketball | 17-Sep-2019 | 16-Sep-2020 | Yes | Relevant to companies that received Registry invitation to participate in the .basketball Limited 3 phase. |
| Early Access Phase | ||||
| .gay | 8-Sep-2020 | 14-Sep-2020 | Yes | For LGBTQ individuals, organizations, businesses, and their allies, .gay will serve as a virtual Pride flag. From personal artist profiles to Fortune 500 companies, everyone is welcome in the .gay family. |
| General Availability | ||||
| .gay | 16-Sep-2020 | N/A | Yes | For LGBTQ individuals, organizations, businesses, and their allies, .gay will serve as a virtual Pride flag. 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.
.DM Premium Reserve Release for CSC
TLD: .dm
Launch Type: Premium Reserve Release to CSC clients
Important Dates: Reserve domains will be available for CSC clients up until the end of the year, 31-Dec-2020
Available Information: The Registry has opened up their reserved domains at a premium price to CSC’s clients and one other Registrar (unknown).
Suggested Users: Any entity that looks to expand their presence in Dominica or to utilize the domain in other ways as .DM is unrestricted.
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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