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    Type
    Generic top-level domain
    Registry
    American Automobile Association
    Operator
    American Automobile Association, Inc.
    Launched
    Registration term
    1–10 years
    DNSSEC
    Supported
    IDN
    Supported

    About .aaa domain

    .aaa is a brand gTLD operated by American Automobile Association, Inc. (AAA). It was delegated in August 2015 under ICANN's New gTLD Program. The registry's stated purpose is to protect its brand and provide a trusted online space for its organization. It is not a commercial, open TLD for public registration.

    Who can register .aaa domain

    Registration for .aaa domains is strictly restricted. Only the registry operator, American Automobile Association, Inc., its verified members, affiliated clubs, employees, and subsidiaries are eligible. The registry plans to offer registrations at no cost or on a cost-recovery basis solely to these authorized entities. General public registration is not available.

    How to register .aaa domain

    As a closed brand TLD, .aaa domains are not allocated through commercial registrars. The registry operator, American Automobile Association, Inc., controls all allocations internally. Eligible entities within the AAA organization must request domains through an internal process managed by the registry. Approved requests result in the registry directly creating and managing the domain records.

    Typical uses of .aaa domain

    The .aaa extension is used exclusively by the American Automobile Association and its ecosystem. It serves to create a secure and branded online space for AAA's internal operations, member services, and affiliated clubs. Domains under this TLD are chosen to reinforce trust and brand identity for the automobile association's digital properties, distinguishing them from generic or public domains.

    Tips for registering .aaa domain

    • Registrations are expected to be offered free of charge or on a cost-recovery basis to eligible entities.
    • As a brand TLD, WHOIS privacy as a separate add-on is unlikely, as the registry controls all data.
    • Domain availability is limited to the registry's predefined eligible groups, not the open market.
    • The registry maintains full control over all policies, including renewal, transfer, and dispute resolution.

    Frequently asked questions about .aaa domain

    Who operates .aaa domain?The registry for .aaa domains is American Automobile Association, administered by American Automobile Association, Inc..
    Who can register a .aaa domain?

    Eligibility is limited to the registry operator (American Automobile Association, Inc.), its members, affiliated local and regional clubs, employees, and subsidiaries. Verification of affiliation with the AAA organization is required. The general public and entities without a formal relationship to AAA cannot register a .aaa domain.

    Can I transfer a .aaa domain between registrars?

    Transfers of .aaa domains are governed by the internal policies of the AAA registry. As domains are allocated to authorized entities within its organization, inter-registrar transfers to commercial registrars are not applicable. Any changes in ownership or management of a .aaa domain would be handled internally by the registry.

    Can I register a .aaa domain if I am a AAA member?

    Potentially, yes, if the registry's implementation policy includes its membership base. The application indicated plans to offer domains to members. However, access is not automatic; members would need to follow the registry's specific internal request or verification process to obtain a domain.

    Are there any content requirements for .aaa websites?

    As a brand TLD, the registry likely requires that all .aaa domains be used in a manner consistent with the AAA brand's mission and values. Websites should pertain to the automobile association's services, member benefits, or affiliated activities. The registry retains the right to enforce these standards.

    How does the registry handle trademark disputes for .aaa?

    Given the TLD is a closed brand space, standard UDRP disputes from external parties are unlikely. Any internal disputes regarding domain use among eligible registrants would be resolved according to the registry's own policies. The registry has full authority to reclaim or reassign domains as needed.