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.DIRECT Top-Level Domain General Availability

The .DIRECT extension has entered the General Availability phase, therefore now it is possible to order/apply for domain names within the: .DIRECT extension/suffix. Please contact our support via e-mail or use the contact form in order to buy .DIRECT domains.

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.DIRECT - general information

The new .DIRECT TLD extension can be a valuable means of emphasising the nature of services or products offered on your site. Whether retail or wholesale, products or services, dealing with clients and customers directly can save time and money. A .DIRECT address may help you connect with potential and existing customers and differentiate your site among the competition. 

.DIRECT is a new generic Top-Level Domain (E-commerce & Consumer Niche gTLD) announced by ICANN, the Internet domain authority. The New gTLD Program`s goal is to enhance competition, innovation, and consumer choice. You can see it as your opportunity to get that perfect domain which has been taken by someone else. The introduction of .DIRECT domain extension is divided into three phases: Pre-registration, Sunrise and Landrush. After Landrush period, the .DIRECT domain will become public and registrations will be available to everyone (General availability).

Pre-registration
(active for non-trademark holders till General availability)
A free and non-binding way to get a head start securing the new domain name. Indication of an interest in a given domain and eventually registering name(s) in .DIRECT when registration becomes available.
Sunrise
(approx duration 30-60 days)
Time at the launch of the .DIRECT domain before public domain registration for the .DIRECT begins, allowing brand/trademark owners to register, or block related domain names. See our Managed TMCH Submission service.
Landrush
(approx duration 30 days)
The initial launch phase for broad general distribution when anyone (usually companies) can submit a request for a domain name under the .DIRECT. Landrush registrations are typically NOT first-come, first-served. Duplicate requests are auctioned between the parties desiring an identical name.
General availability
(perpetual after Landrush)
Finally, domain names under the .DIRECT will be available to the general public, at normal retail prices on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants may attempt to register previously pre-registered domains within .DIRECT. When a domain is registered, it is officially reserved and registered in real time.

If you are not a brand owner, before General availability you are allowed to take part only in the first phase and pre-register your desired domain names within .DIRECT. The use of our gTLD pre-registration module is free of charge and without any obligation to buy later on. We will keep you updated on future developments related to your preregistered domains, including information about pricing and regulations, once these have been announced by the registry responsible for a given gTLD. Please note that pre-registration of .DIRECT is not a queue. Although we will try our best, we cannot provide any kind of guarantee that pre-registration will eventually lead to successful registration of your chosen domain within the .DIRECT extension.
If you wish to secure your rights to a specific domain name, please choose our Managed TMCH Submission service which offers trademark owners a simple yet efficient way to monitor and protect their brands. It is also the only way by which trademark owners can participate in designated Sunrise periods.
For non-trademark holders Pre-registration of .DIRECT will be available until General availability.

Why .DIRECT?

The .DIRECT extension provides a new opportunity to create a unique address on the Internet. If you offer direct sale or services, the domain may become a great tool for marking your online presence. Since the term .DIRECT is so versatile, it is possible to apply it to a variety of fields. If you wish to stress timeliness, personalised service, immediate delivery or first-hand information, the .DIRECT domain may be a good choice. A .DIRECT address may help you stress that your products and services are provided without a middleman and attract interested customers to your website. 

Frequently Asked Questions for .DIRECT domain names and E-commerce & Consumer Niche
What are new gTLD's?
A gTLD (generic Top Level Domain) is the set of characters following the dot at the end of a website address. Hundreds of new domain extensions (new gTLDs), such as .SPORT, .ART, or .WEB, are being introduced to the Internet as an alternative to web addresses where .COM or .NET would normally be.
Why should I register .DIRECT domain name?
You are free to choose from hundreds of domain extensions tailored to your website's needs to give it a unique virtual identity. Furthermore, with .DIRECT extension your website is likely to turn up in more searches and generate more online traffic.
When will .DIRECT be available?
The dates of each phase depend on the Registry managing the new gTLDs. In the case of .DIRECT, the specific dates will be published as soon as they are available to the public. At the moment, the following information is available:
General Availability/Go Live: 03 Dec 2014
Why should I pre-register .DIRECT now?
We will keep you updated on any developments related to your pre-registered .DIRECT domain, including information about pricing and regulations, once these have been announced by the registry responsible for .DIRECT.
Does it cost anything to pre-register .DIRECT?
The use of our gTLD pre-registration module is free of charge and without any obligation to a future purchase. Please note that pre-registration of .DIRECT is not a queue. Although we will try our best, we cannot provide any kind of guarantee that pre-registration will actually lead to the successful registration of your chosen domain within .DIRECT.
Are there any limitations on .DIRECT pre-registrations?
No, with Web Solutions you are free to pre-register as many [new gTLDs] as you wish free of charge. However, although we will try our best, we cannot provide any kind of guarantee that pre-registration will lead to the successful registration of your chosen domain within .DIRECT.
Are trademarks usable in .DIRECT domain registration?
If you are a brand owner, it is important that you register your trademark(s) with the Trademark Clearinghouse (TMCH) prior to the release of .DIRECT. Brands are protected by the TMCH in two ways: with a Sunrise Service and a Trademark Claims Service. Web Solutions further offer a Managed TMCH Submissions service. Click here to read more.
Am I obligated to register a .DIRECT I pre-registered?
Pre-registration of .DIRECT names with Web Solutions is free of charge and with no obligation to buy the domain name later on. By expressing your interest in a .DIRECT name and pre-registering it, you can be assured of our assistance in keeping you up to date on any developments regarding .DIRECT.
Why would I want to pre-register .DIRECT with Web Solutions?
Founded in 1998, Web Solutions is an established domain registrar and an accredited agent of the Trademark Clearinghouse with a solid track record and a large number of satisfied customers. Should you need more information regarding the pre-registration process, please do not hesitate to contact our Support Team at support@web-solutions.eu or by calling on +44 (0) 20 4571 1971.
Can anyone register a .DIRECT domain name?
The registration requirements may differ for each new extension depending on the category they belong to and the registry offering them.
How do I host my .DIRECT domain name?
Web Solutions' services include hosting and email service for .DIRECT. To order hosting, email service and SSL certificates, click here or contact our Support Team at support@web-solutions.eu or via phone on +44 (0) 20 4571 1971.
Do I have to configure my DNS?
All the .DIRECT domain names may be hosted on your own name servers. If you specify no name servers, we will provide DNS for your .DIRECT domains free of charge.
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If you would like more information about the .DIRECT domain ending, have other questions about the E-commerce & Consumer Niche domains or our pre-registration service, please don't hesitate to contact us at relations@web-solutions.eu or via phone: +44 (0) 20 4571 1971

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