Hong Kong 2nd level domains coming soon

January 14th, 2004
By hk registry

The registry that manages the .hk domain has set out a revised timetable for the launch of the second level .hk domain, inviting trade mark owners to step forward from 26th January and opening the domain to public registrations on 31st May.

Until now only third level domains, such as .com.hk or .org.hk, have been available for registration. The Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation is to launch the new second level domain in phases, with priority being given to trade mark holders and those who already hold third level .hk domains.

From 17th to 28th May a public sunrise registration period is due to operate. Normally a sunrise period allows trade mark holders to pre-register, under the condition that they prove their existing rights within a four week period. If they cannot comply, the names are then released for others to register.

On this occasion, the sunrise period is for members of the public, and provides that where several people try to register the same domain, the domain shall be awarded at random to one of the registrants.

The domain is due to become live with registrations taking place on a first-come, first-served basis on 31st May.

See: hkirc.net.hk/eng/2ld/2ld.htm