FAQ

WHO

Who can register a شبكة. domain name?

شبكة. is an open, borderless, Arabic script namespace available to all. See our Eligibility Policy for more information.

WHY

Why does the WHOIS service say the domain name is reserved?

Domain names have been reserved by the Registry for security, stability and operations.

WHAT

What is a top-level domain?

A Top-Level Domain (TLD) is the extension at the end of a web address – .COM, .NET and .AE are all TLD’s.

What languages does شبكة. support?

شبكة. supports Arabic script, Eastern and Western Arabic numbers.

What is a Registry? What is a Registrar, a Reseller or a Registrant?

A Registry is responsible for managing the database of domains registered under a specific Top-Level-Domain (TLD). The شبكة. Registry is
the registry operator for the شبكة. TLD.

A Registrar is an entity accredited by ICANN (the global regulator of web addresses) and / or other Registries to sell domain names directly to
customers who register domains – also known as the Registrants. If you own a domain, you are a Registrant.

Resellers resell domain names through directly accredited Registrars.

What is a Registration term?

The Registration term is the length of registration of a domain name. During General Availability the term may be anywhere between 1 and 10 years.

What are the valid characters for a شبكة. domain name?

شبكة. supports Arabic script, Western Arabic numerals (1,2,3) and Eastern Arabic numerals (١,٢,٣) . See our Domain Name Composition Policy
for more information.

What is the Privacy Policy?

We believe that privacy is an important individual right and is important to our own business and to our clients. For more information see our Privacy Policy.

What is Acceptable Use?

Our goal is to ensure the security, stability and fair use of the شبكة. names space for all Internet users. For further information see our
Acceptable Use Policy.

What is a premium name?

Premium Domains are highly desirable, domain names that have an established Internet presence and a solid traffic history and are offered at prices commensurate with their value.

What are character variants and how does شبكة. handle them?

Character variants in domain names occur when two or more characters share the same meaning or are linguistically deemed equivalent. This will occur in the Arabic script. All domain name variants are automatically held on registration of a domain name. For further information see our
Domain Name Composition Policy.

WHEN

When can I get a شبكة. domain name?

شبكة. domain names are available now.

HOW

How do I register a شبكة. domain name?

Registration of شبكة. domain names must be made through a Registrar. For further information see our Registrars page.

How much does a شبكة. domain cost?

The cost of a شبكة. domain name varies with registrars and the level of service they provide.
Connect with a Registrar and learn about their latest offering.

How do I report abuse?

To report abuse contact:
General Manager
dotShabaka Registry
generalmanager [@] dotshabaka [.] com

How do I become a شبكة. Registrar?

To become a شبكة. Registrar, email generalmanager [@] dotshabaka [.] com To be a شبكة. Registrar you must complete ICANN’s 2013
Registry Accreditation Agreement. For more information see http://www.icann.org/en/resources/registrars/accreditation

How do I search for the owner of a domain name?

Use the WHOIS services available at www.dotshabaka.com. The WHOIS service provides information on ownership of a شبكة.domain
including its nameservers and sponsoring registrar. It also tells you if the domain you are looking for is taken or reserved.

How do I check whether a domain name is available?

Use the WHOIS services available at www.dotshabaka.com