Domain Dispute Policy

As an ICANN-accredited domain registrar, eFreeDomainRegistration operates in accordance with the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP) established by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN). This policy applies to all generic top-level domain (gTLD) registrations processed through our platform.

1. Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP)

The UDRP provides a mechanism for resolving disputes between domain name registrants and third parties who claim that a domain name registration infringes on their trademark or service mark rights. The policy is mandatory for all gTLD domain registrations.

Under the UDRP, a complainant may initiate proceedings if they believe:

• The registered domain name is identical or confusingly similar to a trademark or service mark in which the complainant has rights
• The registrant has no legitimate rights or interests in the domain name
• The domain name was registered and is being used in bad faith

2. Approved Dispute Resolution Providers

ICANN-approved dispute resolution service providers include:

• World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Arbitration and Mediation Center
• National Arbitration Forum (NAF)
• Asian Domain Name Dispute Resolution Centre (ADNDRC)
• Arab Center for Domain Name Dispute Resolution (ACDR)

Complainants must file disputes directly with one of these approved providers. eFreeDomainRegistration does not adjudicate domain disputes.

3. Our Obligations as Registrar

Upon receipt of a valid dispute decision from an approved provider, eFreeDomainRegistration will:

• Implement the decision within the timeframe required by ICANN policy
• Place the domain name on registrar lock during active proceedings where required
• Transfer or cancel domain registrations as directed by a final dispute decision
• Notify the registered domain holder of any dispute proceedings initiated against their domain

4. Registrant Responsibilities

By registering a domain name through eFreeDomainRegistration, registrants agree to:

• Submit to mandatory administrative proceedings under the UDRP
• Not register domain names that infringe on third-party trademark rights
• Maintain accurate and current contact information in WHOIS records
• Respond to dispute proceedings through the applicable approved provider

5. Country-Code TLD (ccTLD) Disputes

Dispute resolution for country-code top-level domains (ccTLDs) is governed by the respective country registry and may follow different procedures than the UDRP. Registrants of ccTLDs should consult the applicable registry policies for dispute resolution information.

6. Bad Faith Registration

Evidence of bad faith domain registration includes but is not limited to:

• Registering a domain primarily to sell or transfer it to the trademark owner or competitor at a profit
• Registering a domain to prevent a trademark owner from using it
• Registering a domain to disrupt the business of a competitor
• Using a domain to intentionally attract users for commercial gain by creating confusion with a trademark

7. Filing a Dispute

To initiate a domain dispute, complainants should contact an ICANN-approved dispute resolution provider directly. To notify eFreeDomainRegistration of an active dispute involving a domain registered through us, contact our team:

• Phone: 713-269-3094
• Email: po@directoryone.com

8. Additional Resources

• ICANN UDRP Policy: Available at icann.org
• WIPO Domain Dispute Center: Available at wipo.int/amc
• National Arbitration Forum: Available at adrforum.com