1) What is .tv?
.TV is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the small Pacific-island nation of Tuvalu.
2) Who can register for a .tv domain name and what are the special registration requirements/restrictions for .tv domain name?
There are no restrictions on who can register .tv domain name, it can be register by any individual or business in any country.
A .tv domain name cannot have more than 13 hosts, please refer to Domain Name for the common registration requirements.
3) What is the length for .tv domain name?
Minimum of 1 / maximum of 63 characters allowed.
4) What is the term of registration?
The term of registration is 1-10 years.
5) How do I perform a .tv domain registration?
Partners may register the domain name through Quick Start Registration function. Partner may refer to “Domain Registration” FAQ for more information.
6) Can I delete a domain after registered?
Yes, partners are allowed to delete a .tv domain name after registered, registration fee is refundable within 3 days grace period.
7) What is the term of renewal?
The term of renewal is 1- 10 years.
8) What is the renewal grace period for .tv domain name and how do I perform a domain renewal?
Renewal grace period for .tv domain name is 40 days, partners may renew the domain name through Quick Start Registration function. Partner may refer to “Domain Renewal” FAQ for more information.
9) Any Redemption Grace Period (RGP) for .tv domain name?
Yes, Redemption Grace Period for .tv domain name is a period of 30 days. Partner may refer to “Domain Restoration” FAQ for more information.
10) How long does it takes for a domain to release to public registration after expired and not renew?
After a .tv domain was expired, it will go through below life cycle:-
40 days renewal grace period -- > 30 days Redemption grace period --> 5 days pending delete
If partners did not renew and restore the domain name, it will be released for public re-registration approximately 75 days from the domain expiration date. Please note that domain re-registration is on first-come, first-served basis.
11) Can I initiate a registrar transfer for .tv domain name and how do I initiate the transfer?
Yes, partners are allowed to initiate registrar transfer for .tv domain name. Please note that domain will be extended for 1 year after completion. Partner may refer to “Registrar Transfer” FAQ for more information.
12) Can I initiate a reseller transfer for .tv domain name and how do I initiate the transfer?
Yes, partners are allowed to initiate reseller transfer for .tv domain name. Please note that domain will be extended for 1 year after completion. Partner may refer to “Reseller Transfer” FAQ for more information.
13) How do I manage my .tv domain name for example, name protection, retrieve authorization information and etc.?
Partners may manage domain name through User Management function. Partner may refer to “Domain Management” FAQ for more information.
14) Does WebNIC provide Internationalized Domain name (IDN) for .tv?
Yes, WebNIC does provide IDN .tv domain name.
15) Will my client able to visit my website with .tv Chinese Domain Name?
The current users who are already using i-Nav plug-in in their web browser or they are using IDN-enabled browsers will able to browse the website with .tv Chinese Domain Name.
However, for those who are not using the i-Nav plug-in or an IDN-enabled browser, we recommend the site visitors to install an IDN-enabled browser of their choice and continue to enjoy navigating the Web using IDNs in their own language. A few sample browsers currently supporting IDNs are as follows:
" Microsoft Internet Explorer
URL: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/downloads/ie/getitnow.mspx
Platform: Windows XP, Windows Server 2003
Version: 7.0 and higher
" Netscape Navigator (English only)
URL: http://browser.netscape.com/ns8/
Platform: Windows
Version: 7.0 and higher
" Opera Web Browser
URL: http://www.opera.com
Platform: Windows, Mac OS X, Linux
Version: 7.2 and higher
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