usTLD Disputes

Please note that when responding to a usRS Complaint, there is an encrypted link contained in the body of the email sent by FORUM. If the email has been deleted or is otherwise no longer accessible, please contact us.

usTLD FAQs

What is FORUM and what authorization does it have to conduct usTLD domain name proceedings?

FORUM is a neutral dispute resolution company. FORUM is an approved Provider of the .us Registry to administer disputes that arise from the infringing registration of domain names and Nexus disputes (under the usNDP). The registration of a .us domain name doubles as an agreement to participate in the UDRP process. The person or entity claiming trademark infringement agrees to the process upon filing of the Complaint.

For more information visit: https://www.about.us/policies/dispute-providers

usDRP FAQ

What is the difference between usDRP and UDRP?

The usDRP is used to request cancellation or transfer of .us domain names that infringe the complainant’s trademarks. It is strikingly similar to the UDRP with two key differences: (1) the addition of a factor under Policy paragraph 4(c)(i), and (2) the use of the disjunctive “or” rather than “and” in the bad faith element under usDRP 4(a)(iii).

How do I file a usDRP?

A usDRP may be filed with FORUM the following ways:

FORUM’s online filing portal here

Via email by sending your Complaint to domaindispute@adrforum.com

All filings must be received electronically.

Please contact FORUM will any filing questions at domaindispute@adrforum.com.

How do I pay filing fees for a usDRP?

Submissions are not considered complete until FORUM receives payment.

When you file your Complaint or Response online, you will be prompted to pay online. This is the recommended and most secure way to pay. if you missed paying online or need to pay for an extension, you can send an email to your case coordinator or domaindispute@adrforum.com. Include the name on the card, the full card number, the expiration date, the amount you want charged (it’s helpful if you say what type of fee you want to pay), and a signature.

Checks are accepted. If you choose to pay by check, please send the check to:

FedEx, UPS, or Overnight Mailings (recommended):
FORUM
6465 Wayzata Blvd., Suite 480
Minneapolis, MN 55426
USA

Regular US Post:
FORUM
P.O. Box 50191
Minneapolis, MN 55405
USA

Are usDRP decisions published?

Yes. The Policy requires that decisions be published.

Please refer to the UDRP page for additional relevant FAQs.

usNDP FAQ

What is the usNDP?

The usNDP is used to enforce the United States Department of Commerce requirement that all registration of .us domain name have a Nexus to the United States. Decisions made under usNDP are not public and are not available in FORUM's decision database.

For more information visit: https://www.about.us/policies

How do I file a usNDP?

A usNDP may be filed with FORUM the following ways:

FORUM’s online filing portal here

Via email by sending your Complaint to domaindispute@adrforum.com

All filings must be received electronically.

Please contact FORUM will any filing questions at domaindispute@adrforum.com.

How do I pay filing fees for usNDP cases?

Submissions are not considered complete until FORUM receives payment.

When you file your Complaint or Response online, you will be prompted to pay online. This is the recommended and most secure way to pay. If you missed paying online or need to pay for an extension, you can send an email to your case coordinator or domaindispute@adrforum.com. Include the name on the card, the full card number, the expiration date, the amount you want charged (it’s helpful if you say what type of fee you want to pay), and a signature.

Checks are accepted. If you choose to pay by check, please send the check to:

FedEx, UPS, or Overnight Mailings (recommended):
FORUM
6465 Wayzata Blvd., Suite 480
Minneapolis, MN 55426
USA

Regular US Post:
FORUM
P.O. Box 50191
Minneapolis, MN 55405
USA

Are usNDP decisions published?

No. Decisions under the usNDP are not public and not available in FORUM’s online decision database.

usRS FAQ

What is the difference between usRS and URS?

The United States Department of Commerce has adopted a variation of ICANN’s URS for .us domain names. As with usDRP, a key difference is the use of “or” for the bad faith element. usRS Complaints are filed online. Responses are filed online via an encrypted link sent to the Respondent in an email when the case commences.

How do I file a Response to a usRS Complaint?

Responses are filed online via an encrypted link sent to the Respondent in an email when the case commences. For additional help in filing a Response, please visit the URS page and if the email containing the encrypted link is lost, please contact your case coordinator or request the link be resent by sending an email to domaindispute@adrforum.com.

How do I pay filing fees for a usRS?

Complainants must pay by credit card during the filing process on the online filing portal.

Checks are not accepted for filing fees for URS cases, as the payment must be received at the time of filing so the case moves rapidly.

Are usRS determinations published?

Yes. The Policy requires that decisions be published.

Please refer to the URS page for additional relevant FAQs.

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usTLD Disputes

The usDRP, usNDP and usRS are the domain name dispute resolution policies in place for the United States country code, .us. Although the .us dispute resolution policies are very similar to ICANN’s UDRP and URS domain name dispute policies, there are slight differences as set forth below.

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