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    Search For .sling Domain

    Type
    Generic top-level domain
    Registry
    DISH Technologies
    Operator
    DISH Technologies L.L.C.
    Launched
    Registration term
    1–10 years
    DNSSEC
    Supported
    IDN
    Not supported

    About .sling domain

    The .sling domain is a brand gTLD proposed by Hughes Satellite Systems Corporation in ICANN's New gTLD Program. It is a restricted, exclusively-controlled gTLD intended solely for the registry operator's own business purposes. The proposed registry operator for this extension is Afilias. As a brand TLD, it is designed to be a closed namespace, not available for public registration through standard commercial channels.

    Who can register .sling domain

    Registration under the .sling TLD is strictly restricted. Only Hughes Satellite Systems Corporation (the applicant), its affiliated corporate entities, and authorized business partners are permitted to register domain names. Affiliated entities must provide written authorization from an officer of the applicant company to a designated registrar. Business partners not owned by the applicant also require written pre-approval and must register through the applicant's chosen registrar.

    How to register .sling domain

    The .sling TLD is not allocated through a standard commercial registrar process. Domain names are only delegated to the applicant, its affiliates, and pre-approved partners. Requests for registration must be submitted with explicit written authorization from the applicant company to the designated registry operator or its accredited registrar. The outcome is a corporate-level domain registration where the WHOIS displays corporate contact information, not personal details, and all usage must align strictly with the applicant's business interests.

    Typical uses of .sling domain

    As a brand TLD, .sling domains are intended for exclusive use by Hughes Satellite Systems Corporation and its ecosystem. The primary use case is for internal projects, services, and secure communications related to the company's satellite broadband and network technology offerings. Authorized partners may use domains for collaborative ventures. This closed model ensures all domains directly support and protect the Sling brand, creating a trusted and controlled online space for its specific business operations.

    Tips for registering .sling domain

    • Registrations are proposed for terms of one to ten years, as indicated in the application.
    • The WHOIS for all registrations will display corporate contact and ownership information, not personal information.
    • Domain usage is restricted to business purposes that do not damage the applicant's brand reputation or business interests.
    • Failure to comply with the registration agreement or brand guidelines can result in immediate suspension or deletion of all registered domains.

    Frequently asked questions about .sling domain

    Who operates .sling domain?The registry for .sling domains is DISH Technologies, administered by DISH Technologies L.L.C..
    Who can register a .sling domain?

    Registration is limited to Hughes Satellite Systems Corporation, its corporate affiliates under the same parent company, and authorized business partners. Affiliates must present written authorization from an officer of the applicant, while external partners require separate written pre-approval. All registrants must provide corporate contact details for WHOIS, and domains can only be used for approved business purposes that align with the applicant's interests.

    Can I transfer a .sling domain between registrars?

    As a closed brand TLD, domain transfers would be an internal administrative matter controlled by the registry operator. Standard inter-registrar transfer policies for the public likely do not apply. Any transfer of a domain between approved entities within the .sling ecosystem would be governed by the registry's specific policies and the contractual agreements between the applicant and its affiliates or partners.

    What happens if a domain is used in a way that harms the brand?

    The registration agreement allows the registry operator to take immediate action. Any use that may damage or diminish the applicant's brand reputation, business relationships, or other interests can result in the suspension of the registration agreement. In severe cases, it can lead to the deletion of all domain names the registrant currently holds within the .sling TLD.

    Can an individual or unrelated company ever register a .sling domain?

    No, the TLD is designed as an exclusively-controlled, closed namespace. The application clearly states that only the applicant, its affiliated entities, and authorized business partners are permitted to register domains. There is no public registration or "open" period planned; all registrations require explicit, pre-approved authorization from the applicant company.

    What type of information is displayed in the WHOIS for a .sling domain?

    The WHOIS will display corporate contact and ownership information, not personal information. This applies to all registrants, including the applicant, its corporate affiliates, and any authorized external business partners. The policy is designed to maintain a professional, business-oriented presence for all domains within this brand TLD.