Frequently Asked Questions
Domain Management
I already own a trademark; how can I secure my mark in .xxx, .porn, .sex or .adult?
Secure your trademark in these new gTLDs by registering them with the Trademark Clearinghouse and register them as a domain name through your registrar.
How do I change the nameservers for my domain?
Update nameserver information by contacting your registrar. Some registrars offer an online system that allows you to directly access and update your information. Otherwise, make these changes by contacting the registrar’s customer service.
Your domain must be associated with your Membership ID (token) in order for traffic to resolve to your nameservers. When setting or confirming a nameservers at your registrar, also confirm that your domains are associated with your Membership ID (token).
Can I switch registrars after registering a domain name?
Yes, you may change the registrar sponsoring your domain name 60 days after initial registration. For details on the transfer process, contact the registrar you would like to switch your registration to.
If you are switching a .XXX name, be sure to reassociate your Membership ID (token) to your domains at the new registrar.
What do I do if my domain name was transferred without my authorization?
If you believe your domain name was transferred to a new registrar without your authorization or consent, please contact the original registrar. Disputes between registrars over alleged violations of the Inter-Registrar Transfer Policy may be initiated by any ICANN-accredited registrar.
General Questions
What features, advantages and benefits do your TLDs offer the adult industry?
Our TLDs offer a great opportunity to buy a keyword-based name that increases your SEO. This, along with global promotion to each of our TLDs, means more traffic to your sites.
The TLDs themselves ensure clarity for both people seeking adult entertainment and those wishing to avoid adult content. We serve the adult entertainment industry by providing a responsible environment within which to operate their businesses.
How much do domain names cost?
Where can I buy a .xxx, .porn, .adult or .sex name?
Do I need to give up my other adult domains in other TLD’s?
No, you can continue to use your other existing domains. We anticipate our TLDs to become the preferred domain names by both the consumers and providers of online adult entertainment.
If I own a trademark, am I guaranteed to get the matching domain name in your TLDs?
Not necessarily. Trademark owners are offered protection via a myriad of rights protection mechanisms designed to prevent abusive registrations. Multiple legitimate trademarks can exist in many different jurisdictions for the same word.
Do you reserve Premium Names?
Yes. The premium list generally consists of domain names that are words and/or phrases reserved by the registry that will be offered at a premium price.
What if someone infringes on my trademark in one of your TLDs?
Generally, the best way to resolve this is to pursue the domain name owner via a UDRP and request it be transferred to you. There may be additional, more timely options available, depending on which TLD you are registered within. Refer to our Domain Name Dispute Policies per TLD to find out more: http://www.icmregistry.biz/about/policies/
What does it mean if the domain is reserved by ICM Registry?
The name is not available for sale. ICM Registry reserved a variety of names in its TLDs pursuant to obligations from ICANN, as well as some it elected to reserve for best practices purposes, (e.g. child protection names, etc.).