Domain name with or without accents: what changes for your email
Removing an accent changes the domain name. Find the right DNS zone behind its displayed form and understand the consequences for SPF, DKIM and DMARC.
Domain Name
Guides and tips on domain names: selection, registration, management, and brand protection strategies.
10 articles
September 2026
August 2026
New gTLD 2026: what we know after the application window closed
More than 1,600 primary applications were submitted. Here are the confirmed figures, the unknowns, and the timeline to watch after August 12, 2026.
March 2026
Domain name lifecycle: expiration, protection, and best practices
From registration to release: understand every stage of the domain lifecycle, the risks at each phase, and the protections to enable.
RDAP vs WHOIS: the complete guide to the transition (EPP codes, GDPR, domain locks)
WHOIS is retiring. RDAP replaces it. This guide covers everything: technical comparison, EPP codes, GDPR impacts, domain locks, and a migration plan.
February 2026
Should You Apply? The 15-Criteria Decision Matrix
Maximum score 99 points, 4 knockout criteria: objectively assess whether your company should apply for the ICANN Next Round 2026.
January 2026
Global .brand Benchmark: 5 Strategic Models Decoded
From DVAG (10,562 domains) to Toyota: analysis of 5 .brand models by country. Discover which strategy to adopt based on your industry.
.brand TLD: why major brands create their own domain extension
From .dvag (10,562 domains) to .ferrari, .zara, and .google: discover why 494 global companies have invested in their own .brand TLD.
How Much Does a gTLD Really Cost? Complete ICANN 2026 Budget
From $350K for a .brand to over a million for a commercial gTLD: discover all ICANN 2026 application costs.
ICANN Next Round 2026: First Opportunity in 14 Years
On April 30, 2026, ICANN opens applications for new domain extensions. A complete breakdown for decision-makers.