ICANN — Registrants’ Benefits and Responsibilities
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) oversees the policies that guide domain name registrars and registrants worldwide.
As a domain holder, you have specific rights and responsibilities under ICANN’s Registrar Accreditation Agreement (RAA). These are designed to protect your interests and ensure accountability across the global domain system.
Your Benefits
- Access to accurate domain registration data.
- Transparency in pricing and renewal terms.
- Protection of your contact data as per applicable privacy regulations.
- Right to transfer domains between accredited registrars.
- Access to support and dispute resolution processes.
Your Responsibilities
- Provide accurate and current contact information.
- Promptly renew domains before expiry to prevent loss of ownership.
- Comply with applicable laws and registry policies.
- Ensure domains are not used for unlawful or abusive activity.
For the full, authoritative version of ICANN’s “Registrants’ Benefits and Responsibilities” document, please visit:
For additional information on domain rights, visit ICANN’s Educational Resources.