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What you need to register a .ong domain

.ong gives websites a more specific identity than a broad classic extension. It works well for business projects, campaigns, landing pages, and brands that want their domain to communicate purpose immediately.

gTLD
At a glance

Registration details

Typical registration timeInstant
Extension typegTLD
Registration length1 - 10 years
Registration privacyAvailable
DNS security supportSupported | Learn how to add DNSSEC
Local presence serviceNo
Available to individualsNo
Available to organizationsYes
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Registration requirements

Use accurate and current information. The registry may ask SoxDomains to confirm supporting details.

Is there a special use for .ong?

No

Is there any other information needed to register a .ong domain?

Yes The Registrant will be required to certify that the information and documentation it submitted in the validation process remains true, complete and accurate at least once every two years after initial validation. Please note, the status of your Nonprofit Organization may impact your elgibility to register a .NGO or .ONG domain. Please review the .NGO and .ONG Registration Policy as failure to meet the requirements may result in the suspension or deletion of your domain name without refund.

Any additional documents, requirements or information needed to register a .ong?

Yes .NGO and .ONG Registration Policy Only members of the NGO community may register a .NGO domain name. Please see the .NGO and .ONG Registration Policy. Registration and/or sign-up fees are non-refundable once the registration request is submitted to the registry. This includes premium domain names. Registrants must demonstrate their NGO status or membership in an NGO organization. The Registry uses seven distinct characteristics to define an NGO: Registrants must meet the following eligibility requirements: Focused on acting in the public interest. Whether in support of education or health, the environment or human rights, members of the .ngo|.ong community work for the good of humankind and/or the preservation of the planet and do not promote discrimination or bigotry. Non-profit making/non-profit-focused entities. While many NGOs engage in commercial activities or generate revenu...

Are Individual .ong domain registrations allowed?

No

Company or legal entities registrations allowed for .ong?

Yes

Are some .ong domain names restricted?

Yes Some domain names may be permanently or temporarily reserved or restricted for registry operations, as premium domain names or to comply with ICANN requirements. To comply with ICANN requirements, all two-character domains shall be initially reserved, however may be released in the future. In addition reserved names for a) International Olympic Committee, b) International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and c) Intergovernmental Organizations, for new gTLDs., are not available in accordance with ICANN. The list of these names can be found here.

Do I need a trademark/brand name to register .ong?

No

Private Registration service available?

Yes

.ong Trustee / Proxy service offered? Fees?

No

Helpful answers

Common questions

What is the registration term allowed for .ong domain names?

.ong domain names are available for 1-10 years.

How long does it take to register my .ong domain name?

The domain registration time frame for .ong during general availability is Instant.

What are the characters and valid character lengths for .ong domain names?

.ong Domain Names must: have minimum of 3 and a maximum of 63 characters;begin with a letter or a number and end with a letter or a number;use the English character set and may contain letters (i.e., a-z, A-Z),numbers (i.e. 0-9) and dashes (-) or a combination of these;neither begin with, nor end with a dash;not contain a dash in the third and fourth positions (e.g. www.ab- -cd.ong); andnot include a space (e.g. www.ab cd.ong).

What is DNSSEC, and is it available for .ong domain?

DNSSEC is available for .ong domain. Enabling DNSSEC will protect .ong domain names against counterfeit DNS data by providing origin authentication and integrity protection on that data. DNSSEC can be configured in your domain name's DNS panel.

What is Trustee Service, and is it available for .ong?

Trustee Service is not available for .ong extension. Trustee Service can help satisfy most local presence requirements when there are restrictions on registering a domain name.

Can I transfer out my .ong domain if I'm using your Trustee Service?

Because Trustee Service is non-transferable, you must update your ownership according to .ong requirements before a transfer out can be started.

Can I hide my .ong registration information (Private Registration)?

Yes. You can activate Private Registration when registering a new .ong domain.

What is the grace period for .ong domain name?

In accordance with ICANN, Generic Top Level Domains (gTLD) have a 40 day "Grace period" in which a domain name can be renewed without incurring an additional fee. Its important to note however that your domain will no longer resolve on the day it expires.

Who is the registry that manages .ong domain names?

The registry that manages the registration of domain names with the .ong Top Level Domain is Public Interest Registry. You may visit them at https://thenew.org/org-people/domain-products/.

Who manages this extension

Registry information

Registry: Public Interest Registry

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