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Landrush

A period during the launch of a new TLD when trademark holders and others can register domains before general availability, often at premium prices. Landrush registrations typically follow sunrise periods.

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EMD (Exact Match Domain)

A domain name that exactly matches a search query, such as CheapFlights.com for 'cheap flights.'

Negotiation

The process of discussing and agreeing on a price for a domain name between buyer and seller.

ICANN 60-Day Rule

\nThe rule, in place for the protection of the domain owner, states that a registrar may deny a request for a transfer of a newly registered domain to another registrar if within 60 days of initial...

IDNA

Internationalized Domain Names in Applications

DRP (Domain Resolution Policy)

Alternative dispute resolution policies used by various domain registries to handle domain name conflicts.

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