When new ICANN-sponsored TLDs launch, one of the requirements is a Sunrise Dispute Resolution Policy. Additionally, registries are permitted to condition registration in their TLD upon a variety of factors. The
Many Policies and Rule require Complainant to notify Respondent of the Complaint using a Complaint Transmittal Cover Sheet. You can download that form here.
New gTLD registries are required to have an SDRP at start-up. Registries can contract directly with the
The purpose of the SDRP is to resolve disputes over domain names improperly allocated during a Registry's Sunrise Period. SDRP disputes are typically time limited.
The REDRP is a modular policy that new gTLD registries can adopt to protect or enforce their registration policies. It is not directly sponsored by, or endorsed by ICANN. Registries adopting the
The template REDRP is designed to be flexible enough to accommodate most registries, however, we can work with registries to make some changes, as needed. The Rules for the procedural administration of cases will remain the same across any REDRP iterations, to keep the costs to users low.
In addition to providing dispute resolution services for TLDs in their sunrise period or for pre-defined registration eligibility criteria, the
Public Interest Registry ("PIR") has developed an Appeals Process for suspensions under its Anti-Abuse Policy. While impacted registrants currently have the right to appeal a decision to PIR’s management, this process creates a right for registrants to have a suspension reviewed by a neutral third party. Documents can be submitted by emailing them to domaindispute@adrforum.com.
Each of the top-level domains listed below has developed one or more policies for the resolution of disputes. The table below provides links back to the relevant registry, a copy of the Policy administered by Forum, a link to the relevant Rules, and the necessary forms for filing. If the parties prefer not to file online, Complaints and Responses may be submitted to domaindispute@adrforum.com.
Forms to request a stay, withdrawal, or extension may be found on the UDRP page and modified according to the relevant policy.