What is .tel?
.TEL is the Sponsored Generic TLD (sTLD) that newly introduced which allows individuals and businesses alike to store and manage all their contact information and keywords directly in the DNS without the need to build, host or manage a website.
- Who can register for a .tel domain name and what are the special registration requirements/restrictions for .tel domain name?
There are no restrictions on who can register .tel domain, anyone from any country can register for a .tel domain name however there are some special rules for .tel domain name as below: a) Domain name cannot contain of purely digits. b) .tel domain name do not allows creating of a website, in a ...
- What is the different between .tel domain name and other domain name?
.tel domain name unlike other domain name which maps domain names to a IP address and displaying as a website. .tel domain name implementing unique technology to maps domain names to contact information (personal and corporate) and keywords that are stored directly, making it universally accessi ...
- What is the length for .tel domain name?
Minimum of 3 / maximum of 63 characters allowed.
- What is the term of registration for .tel?
The term of registration during Sunrise and Landrush is 3 years while general registration is 1-10 years.
- How do I perform a .tel domain registration?
Partners may register the domain name through Quick Start Registration function.
- Can I delete a .tel domain after registered?
Yes, you are allowed to delete a domain name after registered; however, registration fee is not refundable.
- What is the term of renewal for .tel?
The term of renewal is 1-10 years.
- What is the renewal grace period for .tel domain name and how do I perform a domain renewal?
Renewal grace period for .tel domain name is 40 days, partners may renew the domain name through Quick Start Registration function.
- Any Redemption Grace Period (RGP) for .tel domain name?
Yes, Redemption Grace Period for .tel domain name is a period of 30 days.
- How long does it takes for a domain to release to public registration after expired and not renew?
After a .tel domain was expired, it will go through below life cycle:- 40 days renewal grace period -- > 30 days Redemption grace period --> 5 days pending delete If partners did not renew or restore the domain name, it will be released for public re-registration approximately 75 days from ...
- Can I initiate a registrar transfer for .tel domain name and how do I initiate the transfer?
Yes, partners are allowed to initiate registrar transfer for .tel domain name. Please note that domain will be extended for 1 year after completion.
- Can I initiate a reseller transfer for .tel domain name and how do I initiate the transfer?
Yes, partners are allowed to initiate reseller transfer for .tel domain name. Please note that domain will be extended for 1 year after completion.
- How do I manage my .tel domain name for example, name protection, retrieve authorization information and etc.?
Partners may manage domain name through User Management function. Partner may refer to “Domain Management” FAQ for more information.
- Does Net Onboard provide Internationalized Domain name (IDN) for .tel?
No, Net Onboard does not provide IDN.tel domain name at this moment.
