Price guide to domain registrars offering .xxx domain names.
Companies wishing to participate in the .xxx sunrise kicking off today have a number of registrar options. I compiled a list of accredited registrars and their prices to help you choose.
First, some caveats:
1. Only registrars included on ICM Registry’s web site are included here. I also only included registrars that have a direct link from the site to their .xxx page and have conspicuous pricing for .xxx registrations.
2. Most registrars with prices in Euros do not include VAT.
3. Each registrar has different refund rules and rates if your application is not approved. This could be a big factor in determining which registrar offers the best price.
4. If you are an accredit .xxx registrar and don’t see your pricing here or have an update, please email me.
Key:
Sunrise AT- for adult trademark holders
Sunrise AD – for adult sites that own an exact match domain in another top level domain
Sunrise B – for non-adult trademark holders that want to block their trademark from being registered in .xxx
Keep in mind that multiple qualified applications for the same domain will result in an auction.
Any suggestions as to why there is so much variance in pricing?
@ Tom G – probably a number of variables. Brand protection companies can probably charge more. Some registrars compete on price while some are on service. Also, some are doing upfront legwork to help their clients. For example, EnCirca will do initial evaluation and inform you in advance if it sees an issue with your application.
Nice work Andrew.
Andrew,
Thanks. You saved us some work!
EnCirca is also offering a money-back guarantee if the registry rejects your sunrise trademark application.
Any idea who else is offering a full refund?
best regards,
Tom Barrett
EnCirca
Thanks Andrew!