Revision history for dotIndyTLD


Revision [3682]

Last edited on 2016-05-30 22:49:36 by CalumMcAlinden [Replaces old-style internal links with new pipe-split links.]
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* [[http://reg.for.free | reg.for.free ]]
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* [[http://reg.for.free reg.for.free ]]

Revision [3354]

Edited on 2014-08-23 16:36:23 by CalumMcAlinden [Replaces old-style internal links with new pipe-split links.]
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* Julian ""DeMarchi"" [[julian@jdcomputers.com.au]]
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* Julian DeMarchi [[julian@jdcomputers.com.au]]

Revision [3248]

Edited on 2014-08-12 08:04:25 by CalumMcAlinden [Replaces old-style internal links with new pipe-split links.]
Additions:
This charter may be outdated, please see History and/or References for details.
Deletions:
|This charter may be outdated, please see History and/or References for details.

Revision [3247]

Edited on 2014-08-12 08:04:17 by CalumMcAlinden [Replaces old-style internal links with new pipe-split links.]
Additions:
.indy is intended to be a TLD through which independent media of all types can show their unique ways of bringing information and entertainment to all of us.
Since, for one reason or another, indy media may be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended that an entity register one domain, and have any others (such as movie names and so forth) as subdomains underneath their existing registration. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number domains, with exceptions on a case-by-case basis.
* Julian DeMarchi [[julian@jdcomputers.com.au]]
* [[http://reg.for.free reg.for.free ]]
Deletions:
===History===
[[http://scoop.opennic.unrated.net/section/.indy Scoop link]]
.indy is meant to be a way where independent media of all types can have a name that shows their unique ways of bringing information and entertainment to all of us.
Since, for one reason or another, indy media may be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not required, that an entity register one domain and have others, such as movie names and so forth, underneath their existing registration. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number domains, with exceptions on a case-by-case basis.
* Wes Mills - wesmills@wyvern.org (aka wmills@indy)
* Michael Patrick - michael@techiesplace.com (aka mpatrick@indy)
* www.indy and www.opennic.indy
==Reference==
[[http://scoop.opennic.unrated.net/story/2001/7/25/194512/180?op=displaystory;sid=2001/7/26/134755/635]]

Revision [2001]

Edited on 2009-06-30 02:53:51 by BrianKoontz [Restored original uncorrupted version]
Additions:
@@=====.indy TLD=====@@
--->>**Current Operational Status: [[dotIndyStatus]]**>>
===History===
[[http://scoop.opennic.unrated.net/section/.indy Scoop link]]
===Charter===
|This charter may be outdated, please see History and/or References for details.
==Proposal==
.indy is meant to be a way where independent media of all types can have a name that shows their unique ways of bringing information and entertainment to all of us.
==Registrant Criteria==
Since, for one reason or another, indy media may be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not required, that an entity register one domain and have others, such as movie names and so forth, underneath their existing registration. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number domains, with exceptions on a case-by-case basis.
==General Policies==
By default and intention, the .indy TLD includes the OpenNIC general policies against spamming from registered domains and that the registry is run by its members, who are domain holders. (Clarification request: It was unclear to me whether domain holders are required to be OpenNIC members. If they are, consider the next sentence removed from the charter for the purposes of voting. It will be done so once/if the TLD is approved.) It is not required that registrants also be members of the OpenNIC, but, by registering a domain, registrants do agree to be bound by OpenNIC policies and decisions.
By its very nature, independent media is simply that, independent, so domain registrations will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. Since commercial interests are likely to be involved, trademarks will be honored. Disputes will be handled under the .indy dispute policy.
Proven violation of .indy policies will result in the immediate suspension of the domain name. No domain name will be suspended, barring exceptional circumstances, on the basis of a complaint or dispute alone.
==Domain Disputes==
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must first be brought to both the .indy Hostmaster and the registrant of the disputed domain. The registrant will be contacted and their response sought. In the event the registrant does not make an initial reply within 14 days, indicates the domain should be released or, in the opinion of the .indy TLD team the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will be referred to a vote by the .indy membership.
Since legal issues are involved, the .indy TLD will abide by the decisions of a court of competent jurisdiction. Obtaining proof of a trademark claim or seeking such a court decision will be the responsibility of the entity seeking the dispute.
==Contacts==
* Wes Mills - wesmills@wyvern.org (aka wmills@indy)
* Michael Patrick - michael@techiesplace.com (aka mpatrick@indy)
* www.indy and www.opennic.indy
==Notes==
This charter deliberately uses terms such as "generally" and "case-by-case." We would prefer to see a registry with a defined scope, but other than that as few restrictions as possible. The only reason trademarks will be honored is to ensure the commercial viability of the .indy TLD. The dispute policy is supposed to be a democratic balance between the needs of a commercial registrant and the rights of a domain holder.
==Reference==
[[http://scoop.opennic.unrated.net/story/2001/7/25/194512/180?op=displaystory;sid=2001/7/26/134755/635]]
Deletions:
@@=====.indy TLD Charter=====@@
===__History__===
See archived .indy Charter: [[dotIndyTLDArchived]]
===__Charter__===
TBA

Revision [1993]

Edited on 2009-06-29 18:25:43 by JulianDemarchi [Restored original uncorrupted version]
Additions:
TBA
Deletions:
This charter version 7th February 2009.
==__Proposal__==
.indy is designed to be a TLD where independent media of all types can have a name that shows their unique ways of bringing information and entertainment to all of us.
==__TLD specifics__==
The TLD follows the universally accepted rules for alphanumeric domain names, i.e. one can use letters (abc), numbers (123) and dashes/hyphens (++--++) in any combination
or sequence, up to a maximum length oif 64 characters. Spaces are disallowed though and the domain can't begin or end with a dash. .Single character domain names, i.e.
as in http://w.indy, are also available.
Certain TLD configurations may, at the Registry's discretion, be held on 'Registry Reserve' in order to preempt disputes, avoid controversy and misunderstandings, and where appropriate generate funds for the registry itself.
==__Registrant Criteria and Responsibilites__==
Since, for one reason or another, indy media can be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not mandatory, that an entity that registers a .indy domain name provide appropriate links to other .indy sites from their own. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number of domains. Possible exceptions will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
Registrants of .indy domains **must** provide full, and valid contact details to the Registry, in order to complete their registration. The information provided is for internal use by the Registry only, and will not be made publicly viewable, nor divulged to any third party. The only exception to this policy would be a formal demand for such information by legal or other suitably authorised entities, in order to abide by, and comply with, current legislation.
**NB** It is the Registrant's responsibility to maintain the information supplied to the Registry as part of the registration process, keeping it current. The Registry reserves the right to continually monitor that due care has been taken in this respect. Failure by a registrant to keep their contact information current, may result in the suspension and/or cancellation of their domain name, and the inaccurate data permanently deleted from the Registry database. The original application process would then need to be repeated in it's entirety.
==__Fees and Charges__==
While not mandatory ( at the Registry's discretion ) 'fees'/ 'donations' may be an integral part of the registration process itself, and also for any hosting services supplied as part of, or as a consequence of, that process. Especially true in respect of domain registrations by commercial entities, All donations will be used to support the Registry, its administration, and it's underpinning systems.. Any and all funds received in such manner will be publicly acknowledged, where appropriate to do so, and the process handled in much the same way as that for other Open Source projects; i.e. open and transparent.
==__General Policiy__==
By default and intention, the .indy TLD strongly enforces a zero tolerance policy against UCE from registered domains. Domain owners who abuse their .indy registration in this manner, or knowingly assist third parties to do so, run the risk of their registration being immediately terminated.
By default and intention, the .indy TLD also strongly enforces a zero tolerance policy against all other nefarious forms of internet activity from registered domains owners, especially by those whose predetermined intention is to cause harm, huirt or distress, to other otherwise law-abiding Internet users. Domain owners who abuse their .indy registrations in this manner, or knowingly assist third parties to do so, will not only have their registration immediately terminated, but will be permanently banned from re-registering the same or another domain. In
a worst case scenario, their activities will also be reported to the appropriate authorities.
The .indy registry is run by its members, who are domain holders. However, .indy domain holders are not automatically OpenNIC members, and are thus not bound by it's published policies and decisions. Should a .indy domain holder wish to become an OpenNIC member, they may do so, but membership is not mandatory.
By its very nature, independent media is simply that, independent, so domain registrations will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. Since commercial interests are likely to be involved, trademarks will be honored. That stated, disputes will only be considered under the .indy dispute resolution procedure, where it can be shown that any apparent misuse or abuse is intentional, detrimental, or possibly damaging.
Proven violation of .indy policies will result in the immediate suspension of the domain name. However, no domain name will be suspended, barring exceptional circumstances, on the basis of a complaint or dispute alone.
==__Dispute Resolution Policy__==
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must be initially be brought to the attention of the .indy Hostmaster. The registrant will be contacted by the .indy Hostmaster, and their response solicited. In the event that the registrant or an authorised representative of the Registrant does not reply within 14 days, this will indicate the intention of the domain Registrant not to contest the dispute and that the domain registration in question should automatically be transferred, suspended or released. If the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will also be referred to a vote of the .indy membership.
Since legal issues are involved, the .indy TLD will abide by the decisions of a Court of competent jurisdiction. Obtaining proof of a trademark claim or seeking such a Court decision will be sole responsibility of the entity raising the dispute.
==__Contacts__==

TBC
==__Notes__==
Trademarks will be honored is to ensure the commercial viability of the .indy TLD. The Dispute Resolution Procedure will provide democratic balance between the needs of a commercial entity and the rights of a domain holder.

Revision [1988]

Edited on 2009-06-29 12:43:54 by BrianKoontz [Restored: In need of new TLD maintainer]
Additions:
@@=====.indy TLD Charter=====@@

===__History__===

See archived .indy Charter: [[dotIndyTLDArchived]]

===__Charter__===

This charter version 7th February 2009.

==__Proposal__==

.indy is designed to be a TLD where independent media of all types can have a name that shows their unique ways of bringing information and entertainment to all of us.

==__TLD specifics__==

The TLD follows the universally accepted rules for alphanumeric domain names, i.e. one can use letters (abc), numbers (123) and dashes/hyphens (++--++) in any combination
or sequence, up to a maximum length oif 64 characters. Spaces are disallowed though and the domain can't begin or end with a dash. .Single character domain names, i.e.
as in http://w.indy, are also available.

Certain TLD configurations may, at the Registry's discretion, be held on 'Registry Reserve' in order to preempt disputes, avoid controversy and misunderstandings, and where appropriate generate funds for the registry itself.


==__Registrant Criteria and Responsibilites__==

Since, for one reason or another, indy media can be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not mandatory, that an entity that registers a .indy domain name provide appropriate links to other .indy sites from their own. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number of domains. Possible exceptions will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.

Registrants of .indy domains **must** provide full, and valid contact details to the Registry, in order to complete their registration. The information provided is for internal use by the Registry only, and will not be made publicly viewable, nor divulged to any third party. The only exception to this policy would be a formal demand for such information by legal or other suitably authorised entities, in order to abide by, and comply with, current legislation.

**NB** It is the Registrant's responsibility to maintain the information supplied to the Registry as part of the registration process, keeping it current. The Registry reserves the right to continually monitor that due care has been taken in this respect. Failure by a registrant to keep their contact information current, may result in the suspension and/or cancellation of their domain name, and the inaccurate data permanently deleted from the Registry database. The original application process would then need to be repeated in it's entirety.

==__Fees and Charges__==

While not mandatory ( at the Registry's discretion ) 'fees'/ 'donations' may be an integral part of the registration process itself, and also for any hosting services supplied as part of, or as a consequence of, that process. Especially true in respect of domain registrations by commercial entities, All donations will be used to support the Registry, its administration, and it's underpinning systems.. Any and all funds received in such manner will be publicly acknowledged, where appropriate to do so, and the process handled in much the same way as that for other Open Source projects; i.e. open and transparent.

==__General Policiy__==

By default and intention, the .indy TLD strongly enforces a zero tolerance policy against UCE from registered domains. Domain owners who abuse their .indy registration in this manner, or knowingly assist third parties to do so, run the risk of their registration being immediately terminated.


By default and intention, the .indy TLD also strongly enforces a zero tolerance policy against all other nefarious forms of internet activity from registered domains owners, especially by those whose predetermined intention is to cause harm, huirt or distress, to other otherwise law-abiding Internet users. Domain owners who abuse their .indy registrations in this manner, or knowingly assist third parties to do so, will not only have their registration immediately terminated, but will be permanently banned from re-registering the same or another domain. In
a worst case scenario, their activities will also be reported to the appropriate authorities.

The .indy registry is run by its members, who are domain holders. However, .indy domain holders are not automatically OpenNIC members, and are thus not bound by it's published policies and decisions. Should a .indy domain holder wish to become an OpenNIC member, they may do so, but membership is not mandatory.

By its very nature, independent media is simply that, independent, so domain registrations will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. Since commercial interests are likely to be involved, trademarks will be honored. That stated, disputes will only be considered under the .indy dispute resolution procedure, where it can be shown that any apparent misuse or abuse is intentional, detrimental, or possibly damaging.

Proven violation of .indy policies will result in the immediate suspension of the domain name. However, no domain name will be suspended, barring exceptional circumstances, on the basis of a complaint or dispute alone.

==__Dispute Resolution Policy__==

As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must be initially be brought to the attention of the .indy Hostmaster. The registrant will be contacted by the .indy Hostmaster, and their response solicited. In the event that the registrant or an authorised representative of the Registrant does not reply within 14 days, this will indicate the intention of the domain Registrant not to contest the dispute and that the domain registration in question should automatically be transferred, suspended or released. If the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will also be referred to a vote of the .indy membership.

Since legal issues are involved, the .indy TLD will abide by the decisions of a Court of competent jurisdiction. Obtaining proof of a trademark claim or seeking such a Court decision will be sole responsibility of the entity raising the dispute.

==__Contacts__==

TBC

==__Notes__==

Trademarks will be honored is to ensure the commercial viability of the .indy TLD. The Dispute Resolution Procedure will provide democratic balance between the needs of a commercial entity and the rights of a domain holder.

----
CategoryTLDs
Deletions:
TBC..

Revision [1981]

Edited on 2009-06-28 06:05:13 by ChrisPugh [Restored: In need of new TLD maintainer]
Additions:
TBC..
Deletions:

Revision [1978]

Edited on 2009-06-28 05:58:30 by ChrisPugh [Restored: In need of new TLD maintainer]
Deletions:
>>**Current Operational Status: [[dotIndyStatus]]**>>
<<@@=====.indy TLD Charter=====@@
===__History__===
See archived .indy Charter: [[dotIndyTLDArchived]]
===__Charter__===
This charter version 7th February 2009.
==__Proposal__==
.indy is designed to be a TLD where independent media of all types can have a name that shows their unique ways of bringing information and entertainment to all of us.
==__TLD specifics__==
The TLD follows the universally accepted rules for alphanumeric domain names, i.e. one can use letters (abc), numbers (123) and dashes/hyphens (++--++) in any combination
or sequence, up to a maximum length oif 64 characters. Spaces are disallowed though and the domain can't begin or end with a dash. .Single character domain names, i.e.
as in http://w.indy, are also available.
Certain TLD configurations may, at the Registry's discretion, be held on 'Registry Reserve' in order to preempt disputes, avoid controversy and misunderstandings, and where appropriate generate funds for the registry itself.
==__Registrant Criteria and Responsibilites__==
Since, for one reason or another, indy media can be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not mandatory, that an entity that registers a .indy domain name provide appropriate links to other .indy sites from their own. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number of domains. Possible exceptions will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
Registrants of .indy domains **must** provide full, and valid contact details to the Registry, in order to complete their registration. The information provided is for internal use by the Registry only, and will not be made publicly viewable, nor divulged to any third party. The only exception to this policy would be a formal demand for such information by legal or other suitably authorised entities, in order to abide by, and comply with, current legislation.
**NB** It is the Registrant's responsibility to maintain the information supplied to the Registry as part of the registration process, keeping it current. The Registry reserves the right to continually monitor that due care has been taken in this respect. Failure by a registrant to keep their contact information current, may result in the suspension and/or cancellation of their domain name, and the inaccurate data permanently deleted from the Registry database. The original application process would then need to be repeated in it's entirety.
==__Fees and Charges__==
While not mandatory ( at the Registry's discretion ) 'fees'/ 'donations' may be an integral part of the registration process itself, and also for any hosting services supplied as part of, or as a consequence of, that process. Especially true in respect of domain registrations by commercial entities, All donations will be used to support the Registry, its administration, and it's underpinning systems.. Any and all funds received in such manner will be publicly acknowledged, where appropriate to do so, and the process handled in much the same way as that for other Open Source projects; i.e. open and transparent.
==__General Policiy__==
By default and intention, the .indy TLD strongly enforces a zero tolerance policy against UCE from registered domains. Domain owners who abuse their .indy registration in this manner, or knowingly assist third parties to do so, run the risk of their registration being immediately terminated.
By default and intention, the .indy TLD also strongly enforces a zero tolerance policy against all other nefarious forms of internet activity from registered domains owners, especially by those whose predetermined intention is to cause harm, huirt or distress, to other otherwise law-abiding Internet users. Domain owners who abuse their .indy registrations in this manner, or knowingly assist third parties to do so, will not only have their registration immediately terminated, but will be permanently banned from re-registering the same or another domain. In
a worst case scenario, their activities will also be reported to the appropriate authorities.
The .indy registry is run by its members, who are domain holders. However, .indy domain holders are not automatically OpenNIC members, and are thus not bound by it's published policies and decisions. Should a .indy domain holder wish to become an OpenNIC member, they may do so, but membership is not mandatory.
By its very nature, independent media is simply that, independent, so domain registrations will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. Since commercial interests are likely to be involved, trademarks will be honored. That stated, disputes will only be considered under the .indy dispute resolution procedure, where it can be shown that any apparent misuse or abuse is intentional, detrimental, or possibly damaging.
Proven violation of .indy policies will result in the immediate suspension of the domain name. However, no domain name will be suspended, barring exceptional circumstances, on the basis of a complaint or dispute alone.
==__Dispute Resolution Policy__==
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must be initially be brought to the attention of the .indy Hostmaster. The registrant will be contacted by the .indy Hostmaster, and their response solicited. In the event that the registrant or an authorised representative of the Registrant does not reply within 14 days, this will indicate the intention of the domain Registrant not to contest the dispute and that the domain registration in question should automatically be transferred, suspended or released. If the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will also be referred to a vote of the .indy membership.
Since legal issues are involved, the .indy TLD will abide by the decisions of a Court of competent jurisdiction. Obtaining proof of a trademark claim or seeking such a Court decision will be sole responsibility of the entity raising the dispute.
==__Contacts__==

TBC
==__Notes__==
Trademarks will be honored is to ensure the commercial viability of the .indy TLD. The Dispute Resolution Procedure will provide democratic balance between the needs of a commercial entity and the rights of a domain holder.
----
<<
CategoryTLDs

Revision [1897]

Edited on 2009-05-21 16:27:24 by ChrisPugh [Restored: In need of new TLD maintainer]
Additions:
TBC
Deletions:
* Registry Contact: Chris Pugh chris[at]opennic[dot]org[dot]uk
* [[http://nic.indy Registry website]]

Revision [1856]

Edited on 2009-02-08 05:57:16 by ChrisPugh [Revision of .indy TLD Charter. Old version archived]
Additions:
By default and intention, the .indy TLD also strongly enforces a zero tolerance policy against all other nefarious forms of internet activity from registered domains owners, especially by those whose predetermined intention is to cause harm, huirt or distress, to other otherwise law-abiding Internet users. Domain owners who abuse their .indy registrations in this manner, or knowingly assist third parties to do so, will not only have their registration immediately terminated, but will be permanently banned from re-registering the same or another domain. In
a worst case scenario, their activities will also be reported to the appropriate authorities.

Revision [1851]

Edited on 2009-02-08 04:52:49 by ChrisPugh [minor revision]
Additions:
See archived .indy Charter: [[dotIndyTLDArchived]]
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must be initially be brought to the attention of the .indy Hostmaster. The registrant will be contacted by the .indy Hostmaster, and their response solicited. In the event that the registrant or an authorised representative of the Registrant does not reply within 14 days, this will indicate the intention of the domain Registrant not to contest the dispute and that the domain registration in question should automatically be transferred, suspended or released. If the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will also be referred to a vote of the .indy membership.
Deletions:
See archived .indy Charter: [[doIndyTLDArchived]]
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must be initially be brought to the attention of the .indy Hostmaster. The registrant will be contacted by the .indy Hostmaster, and their response solicited. In the event that the registrant or an authorised representative of the Registrant does not reply within 14 days, this will indicate the intention of the domain Registrant not to contest dispute and that domain registration in question should automatically be transferred, suspended or released. If the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will also be referred to a vote of the .indy membership.

Revision [1847]

Edited on 2009-02-08 04:04:46 by ChrisPugh [Revision of .indy TLD Charter [ Correction]]
Additions:
<<@@=====.indy TLD Charter=====@@
Since, for one reason or another, indy media can be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not mandatory, that an entity that registers a .indy domain name provide appropriate links to other .indy sites from their own. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number of domains. Possible exceptions will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must be initially be brought to the attention of the .indy Hostmaster. The registrant will be contacted by the .indy Hostmaster, and their response solicited. In the event that the registrant or an authorised representative of the Registrant does not reply within 14 days, this will indicate the intention of the domain Registrant not to contest dispute and that domain registration in question should automatically be transferred, suspended or released. If the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will also be referred to a vote of the .indy membership.
Since legal issues are involved, the .indy TLD will abide by the decisions of a Court of competent jurisdiction. Obtaining proof of a trademark claim or seeking such a Court decision will be sole responsibility of the entity raising the dispute.
* Registry Contact: Chris Pugh chris[at]opennic[dot]org[dot]uk
* [[http://nic.indy Registry website]]
Deletions:
@@=====.indy TLD Charter=====@@
Since, for one reason or another, indy media can be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not mandatory, that an entity that registers a .indy domain name provide appropriate links to other .indy sites fmo their own. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number of domains. Possible exceptions will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must be initially be brought to the attention of the .indy Hostmaster. The registrant will be contacted by the .indy Hostmaster, and their response solicited. In the event that the registrant or an authorised representative of the Registrant does not reply within 14 days, this will indicate the intention that the domain registration should automatically be suspended and/or released. If the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will be referred to a vote by the .indy membership.
Since legal issues are involved, the .indy TLD will abide by the decisions of a Court of competent jurisdiction. Obtaining proof of a trademark claim or seeking such a Court decision will be sole responsibility of the entity seeking the dispute.
* Chris Pugh chris[at]opennic[dot]org[dot]uk
* [[http://nic.indy]]

Revision [1846]

Edited on 2009-02-08 03:25:49 by ChrisPugh [Revision of .indy TLD Charter. Old version archived]
Additions:
>>**Current Operational Status: [[dotIndyStatus]]**>>
<<
@@=====.indy TLD Charter=====@@
===__History__===
See archived .indy Charter: [[doIndyTLDArchived]]
===__Charter__===
This charter version 7th February 2009.
==__Proposal__==
.indy is designed to be a TLD where independent media of all types can have a name that shows their unique ways of bringing information and entertainment to all of us.
==__TLD specifics__==
The TLD follows the universally accepted rules for alphanumeric domain names, i.e. one can use letters (abc), numbers (123) and dashes/hyphens (++--++) in any combination
or sequence, up to a maximum length oif 64 characters. Spaces are disallowed though and the domain can't begin or end with a dash. .Single character domain names, i.e.
as in http://w.indy, are also available.
Certain TLD configurations may, at the Registry's discretion, be held on 'Registry Reserve' in order to preempt disputes, avoid controversy and misunderstandings, and where appropriate generate funds for the registry itself.
==__Registrant Criteria and Responsibilites__==
Since, for one reason or another, indy media can be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not mandatory, that an entity that registers a .indy domain name provide appropriate links to other .indy sites fmo their own. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number of domains. Possible exceptions will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
Registrants of .indy domains **must** provide full, and valid contact details to the Registry, in order to complete their registration. The information provided is for internal use by the Registry only, and will not be made publicly viewable, nor divulged to any third party. The only exception to this policy would be a formal demand for such information by legal or other suitably authorised entities, in order to abide by, and comply with, current legislation.
**NB** It is the Registrant's responsibility to maintain the information supplied to the Registry as part of the registration process, keeping it current. The Registry reserves the right to continually monitor that due care has been taken in this respect. Failure by a registrant to keep their contact information current, may result in the suspension and/or cancellation of their domain name, and the inaccurate data permanently deleted from the Registry database. The original application process would then need to be repeated in it's entirety.
==__Fees and Charges__==
While not mandatory ( at the Registry's discretion ) 'fees'/ 'donations' may be an integral part of the registration process itself, and also for any hosting services supplied as part of, or as a consequence of, that process. Especially true in respect of domain registrations by commercial entities, All donations will be used to support the Registry, its administration, and it's underpinning systems.. Any and all funds received in such manner will be publicly acknowledged, where appropriate to do so, and the process handled in much the same way as that for other Open Source projects; i.e. open and transparent.
==__General Policiy__==
By default and intention, the .indy TLD strongly enforces a zero tolerance policy against UCE from registered domains. Domain owners who abuse their .indy registration in this manner, or knowingly assist third parties to do so, run the risk of their registration being immediately terminated.
The .indy registry is run by its members, who are domain holders. However, .indy domain holders are not automatically OpenNIC members, and are thus not bound by it's published policies and decisions. Should a .indy domain holder wish to become an OpenNIC member, they may do so, but membership is not mandatory.
By its very nature, independent media is simply that, independent, so domain registrations will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. Since commercial interests are likely to be involved, trademarks will be honored. That stated, disputes will only be considered under the .indy dispute resolution procedure, where it can be shown that any apparent misuse or abuse is intentional, detrimental, or possibly damaging.
Proven violation of .indy policies will result in the immediate suspension of the domain name. However, no domain name will be suspended, barring exceptional circumstances, on the basis of a complaint or dispute alone.
==__Dispute Resolution Policy__==
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must be initially be brought to the attention of the .indy Hostmaster. The registrant will be contacted by the .indy Hostmaster, and their response solicited. In the event that the registrant or an authorised representative of the Registrant does not reply within 14 days, this will indicate the intention that the domain registration should automatically be suspended and/or released. If the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will be referred to a vote by the .indy membership.
Since legal issues are involved, the .indy TLD will abide by the decisions of a Court of competent jurisdiction. Obtaining proof of a trademark claim or seeking such a Court decision will be sole responsibility of the entity seeking the dispute.
==__Contacts__==

* Chris Pugh chris[at]opennic[dot]org[dot]uk
* [[http://nic.indy]]
==__Notes__==
Trademarks will be honored is to ensure the commercial viability of the .indy TLD. The Dispute Resolution Procedure will provide democratic balance between the needs of a commercial entity and the rights of a domain holder.
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Deletions:
@@=====.indy TLD=====@@
--->>**Current Operational Status: [[dotIndyStatus]]**>>
===History===
[[http://scoop.opennic.unrated.net/section/.indy Scoop link]]
===Charter===
|This charter may be outdated, please see History and/or References for details.
==Proposal==
.indy is meant to be a way where independent media of all types can have a name that shows their unique ways of bringing information and entertainment to all of us.
==Registrant Criteria==
Since, for one reason or another, indy media may be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not required, that an entity register one domain and have others, such as movie names and so forth, underneath their existing registration. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number domains, with exceptions on a case-by-case basis.
==General Policies==
By default and intention, the .indy TLD includes the OpenNIC general policies against spamming from registered domains and that the registry is run by its members, who are domain holders. (Clarification request: It was unclear to me whether domain holders are required to be OpenNIC members. If they are, consider the next sentence removed from the charter for the purposes of voting. It will be done so once/if the TLD is approved.) It is not required that registrants also be members of the OpenNIC, but, by registering a domain, registrants do agree to be bound by OpenNIC policies and decisions.
By its very nature, independent media is simply that, independent, so domain registrations will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. Since commercial interests are likely to be involved, trademarks will be honored. Disputes will be handled under the .indy dispute policy.
Proven violation of .indy policies will result in the immediate suspension of the domain name. No domain name will be suspended, barring exceptional circumstances, on the basis of a complaint or dispute alone.
==Domain Disputes==
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must first be brought to both the .indy Hostmaster and the registrant of the disputed domain. The registrant will be contacted and their response sought. In the event the registrant does not make an initial reply within 14 days, indicates the domain should be released or, in the opinion of the .indy TLD team the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will be referred to a vote by the .indy membership.
Since legal issues are involved, the .indy TLD will abide by the decisions of a court of competent jurisdiction. Obtaining proof of a trademark claim or seeking such a court decision will be the responsibility of the entity seeking the dispute.
==Contacts==
* Wes Mills - wesmills@wyvern.org (aka wmills@indy)
* Michael Patrick - michael@techiesplace.com (aka mpatrick@indy)
* www.indy and www.opennic.indy
==Notes==
This charter deliberately uses terms such as "generally" and "case-by-case." We would prefer to see a registry with a defined scope, but other than that as few restrictions as possible. The only reason trademarks will be honored is to ensure the commercial viability of the .indy TLD. The dispute policy is supposed to be a democratic balance between the needs of a commercial registrant and the rights of a domain holder.
==Reference==
[[http://scoop.opennic.unrated.net/story/2001/7/25/194512/180?op=displaystory;sid=2001/7/26/134755/635]]

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|This charter may be outdated, please see History and/or References for details.
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<<This charter may be outdated, please see History and/or References for details<<::c::
===Current Operational Status===
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Edited on 2007-06-26 13:32:35 by BrianKoontz [Revision of .indy TLD Charter. Old version archived]
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<<This charter may be outdated, please see History and/or References for details<<::c::
==Notes==
This charter deliberately uses terms such as "generally" and "case-by-case." We would prefer to see a registry with a defined scope, but other than that as few restrictions as possible. The only reason trademarks will be honored is to ensure the commercial viability of the .indy TLD. The dispute policy is supposed to be a democratic balance between the needs of a commercial registrant and the rights of a domain holder.
==Reference==
[[http://scoop.opennic.unrated.net/story/2001/7/25/194512/180?op=displaystory;sid=2001/7/26/134755/635]]
Deletions:
<<This charter may be outdated, please see History for details<<::c::
//Notes: This charter deliberately uses terms such as "generally" and "case-by-case." We would prefer to see a registry with a defined scope, but other than that as few restrictions as possible. The only reason trademarks will be honored is to ensure the commercial viability of the .indy TLD. The dispute policy is supposed to be a democratic balance between the needs of a commercial registrant and the rights of a domain holder.//

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==Proposal==
==Registrant Criteria==
==General Policies==
==Domain Disputes==
==Contacts==
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===Proposal===
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Edited on 2007-06-26 12:12:53 by BrianKoontz [Revision of .indy TLD Charter. Old version archived]
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[[http://scoop.opennic.unrated.net/section/.indy Scoop link]]
<<This charter may be outdated, please see History for details<<::c::
===Proposal===
.indy is meant to be a way where independent media of all types can have a name that shows their unique ways of bringing information and entertainment to all of us.
===Registrant Criteria===
Since, for one reason or another, indy media may be commercially-based, registrations will be available to all entities (person, partnership, corporation, non-profit, etc). It is recommended, though not required, that an entity register one domain and have others, such as movie names and so forth, underneath their existing registration. Registrants will be limited to a reasonable number domains, with exceptions on a case-by-case basis.
===General Policies===
By default and intention, the .indy TLD includes the OpenNIC general policies against spamming from registered domains and that the registry is run by its members, who are domain holders. (Clarification request: It was unclear to me whether domain holders are required to be OpenNIC members. If they are, consider the next sentence removed from the charter for the purposes of voting. It will be done so once/if the TLD is approved.) It is not required that registrants also be members of the OpenNIC, but, by registering a domain, registrants do agree to be bound by OpenNIC policies and decisions.
By its very nature, independent media is simply that, independent, so domain registrations will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. Since commercial interests are likely to be involved, trademarks will be honored. Disputes will be handled under the .indy dispute policy.
Proven violation of .indy policies will result in the immediate suspension of the domain name. No domain name will be suspended, barring exceptional circumstances, on the basis of a complaint or dispute alone.
===Domain Disputes===
As a general rule, a domain may only be disputed by the holder of a trademark registered before the domain in question was registered. Disputes must first be brought to both the .indy Hostmaster and the registrant of the disputed domain. The registrant will be contacted and their response sought. In the event the registrant does not make an initial reply within 14 days, indicates the domain should be released or, in the opinion of the .indy TLD team the dispute is not clear-cut, the matter will be referred to a vote by the .indy membership.
Since legal issues are involved, the .indy TLD will abide by the decisions of a court of competent jurisdiction. Obtaining proof of a trademark claim or seeking such a court decision will be the responsibility of the entity seeking the dispute.
* Wes Mills - wesmills@wyvern.org (aka wmills@indy)
* Michael Patrick - michael@techiesplace.com (aka mpatrick@indy)
* www.indy and www.opennic.indy
//Notes: This charter deliberately uses terms such as "generally" and "case-by-case." We would prefer to see a registry with a defined scope, but other than that as few restrictions as possible. The only reason trademarks will be honored is to ensure the commercial viability of the .indy TLD. The dispute policy is supposed to be a democratic balance between the needs of a commercial registrant and the rights of a domain holder.//
Deletions:
@@=====.geek TLD=====@@
<<This gTLD appears to have been abandoned as of 01Mar2005.<<::c::
[[http://scoop.opennic.unrated.net/section/.geek Scoop link]]
.geek is Chartered for use by Geek-oriented sites. Appropriate sites can include anything of a personal or hobbyist nature that would be considered "geeky". This description is deliberately vague to reflect the huge range of interests that might qualify.
.geek is a non-commercial space. Only natural persons who are OpenNIC members may register .geek domains. People can register more than one .geek domain if they have multiple qualifying uses for them.
.geek sites should be mostly non-commercial. Enforcement of this policy is subjective and might require a vote of the members (see below). For example, a .geek porn site with paying members would certainly not be permitted, whereas someone selling telescopes or rare auto parts out of their garage, or a site with a few banner ads, would most likely be OK.
.geek domain names are first-come, first-serve, excluding those reserved for .geek operational matters (www.geek and opennic.geek). No challenges to a domain holder on any basis other than .geek or OpenNIC policy violation, or non-use of the domain, will be considered. .geek domain names must be at least 3 characters long (before the .geek) and be otherwise consistent with the relevant RFC's.
===Policies===
.geek accepts the general OpenNIC policies forbidding spam and cracking, but extends the prohibitions to include spamming or cracking through non .geek systems, the sale or marketing of spamware, spam services, cracking tools, or provision of any service whatsoever to spammers or crackers or to anyone providing any Internet service to spammers or crackers. Legitimate complaints regarding these activities will result in the revocation of all appropriate .geek domains.
The following decisions may require a vote of the membership (one vote per each OpenNIC member who holds a .geek domain):
~- revoking a domain for violation of .geek Charter or .geek or OpenNIC policy (always requires a vote)
~- accepting a domain request with a purpose that might violate the .geek Charter
~- changing the .geek Charter or Policies (always requires a vote)
~- other matters that might arise from time to time regarding the operation and administration of the .geek TLD and related resources
~- Hostmaster - Alan Hodgson, (non-OpenDNS users, please E-mail here)
~- Abuse - Alan Hodgson, (non-OpenDNS users, please E-mail here)
~- Web Site - www.geek

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