.KIDS Domains Search and Registration

.kids

Why a .KIDS Domain?

There are many companies and brands that operate in the kids sector, which makes it hard for new brands to stand out and catch prospective buyers’ attention. Moreover, Internet users will know what to expect when seeing a .KIDS domain name, ensuring that the bulk of your visitors are directly interested potential customers.

Are there any requirements for .KIDS domains?

.Kids is open to individuals, organizations, and businesses that are looking to create entertaining and educational web content for children and youth.
.Kids domains are for parents, educators and caregivers that look after the wellbeing of children.
.Kids domains are also for organizations and charities that benefit children and their families.

What is the .kids Launch Schedule?

1. TMCH Sunrise From: Aug 11, 2022 (Thu) to Sep 14, 2022 (Wed)
2. Community Sunrise From: Sep 20, 2022 (Tue) to Oct 19, 2022 (Wed)
3. Pioneer Domains From: Oct 19, 2022 (Wed) to Nov 29, 2022 Tue)
4. General Availability (GA) From: Nov 29, 2022 (Tue)

What is the “TMCH Sunrise” phase?

In this phase, only trademark holders with a valid trademark clearinghouse can register.

What is the “Community Sunrise” phase?

To be eligible to submit a Registration Request in the Community Sunrise Period, a Sunrise Applicant must represent a not-for-profit organisation, institution, or charity with a main mission of championing children’s rights, children’s well-being,
education or child-welfare. Corporate initiatives supporting children’s rights and welfare that is not separately registered as a not-for-profit organization are not eligible for the Community Sunrise Period, but may utilize the Pioneer Domains Period to submit their Registration Requests.

What is the “Pioneers Domains” phase?

Eligibility to submit a Registration Request under Pioneer Domains Period is open to any applicant on a first-come-first-served basis. Applicants are to submit a concise description (less than 200 words) on the plan to use and promote the Domain Name Applied For (“Proposal”). The Proposal should affirm that it will adhere to the .KIDS Guiding Principles. The .KIDS Pioneer Domain registered must enter into active usage (e.g. website, email, redirection to relevant content, web services, etc.) in accordance with the Proposal within 60 calendar days upon registration (“Development Commitment”).

What is the “General Availability (GA)” phase?

In this phase, anybody can register a .kids domain.

What is the service of pre-registration?

This is a service offered by some registrars in which they will register your domain the second it is available in the “General Availability (GA)” phase.