FAQ - Policies and Procedures related to a Second Level Domain Name (2LD)  


About  Second Level Domain Names
What is a Second Level Domain Name (2LD)?
Eligibility
Am I eligible to register a 2LD?
Are there registration guidelines?
Are there any other conditions when applying for the domain name?
Can I create sub-domains under the 2LD?
Applying for a Second Level Domain Name
Who handles 2LD applications?
What do the Resellers do?
What are the steps involve in registering this 2LD?
Can I reserve the 2LD?
Once approved, how do I keep my 2LD name registered?
If I have a dispute, who do I refer to?
Fees and Payment
Do I have to pay a fee?
Do I have to pay renewal fees?
How will my renewal notice be sent?
Where can I check for the expiry date?
E-mail Forwarding
Will there be any e-mail forwarding services available?



1.0 About Second Level Domain Names
   
  What is a Second Level Domain Name (2LD)?
  A second level domain name (2LD) is a shorter domain name (e.g 'abc123.my') as compared to a third level domain name (3LD) (e.g. 'abc123.com.my'; 'abc123.org.my').
  2LD registrations were permitted in the early years of domain name registration. However the trend towards categorizing domain names according to activities and nature of business created demand for 3LDs like org.my; net.my; gov.my; edu.my.
  The increasing popularity and demand for the 3LDs led to the closure of 2LD registrations.
  With other nations beginning to offer 2LDs, MYNIC will now be reintroducing the .my country level 2LDs.


2.0 Eligibility
   
  Am I eligible to register a 2LD?
  Yes. The registration is open to all Malaysian entities and individuals, subject to MYNIC's terms and conditions.
  If you are a minor - below eighteen (18) years of age, your parents/guardians must register your 2LD on your behalf. The 2LD can then be transferred from your parents to you when you reach eighteen (18) years of age.
   
  Are there registration guidelines?
  Yes, the guidelines are as follows:
 
  • Every 2LD registration will be considered a new registration.
  • Applications during this period will be processed on a first come first served basis. Applicants will have to submit the necessary supporting documents as required by the MYNIC terms and conditions.
  • The applicant may apply for any number of 2LD/s during the registration.
  • Each registrant must enter into an agreement with MYNIC in respect to the 2LD's registered and abide by the terms and conditions set by MYNIC.
  • Registrants must not infringe upon any registered trademark in registering 2LD names.
  • A 2LD chosen must not be identical or confusingly similar to either a registered trademark business or company name in Malaysia.
  • A 2LD chosen must not infringe the rights of any third parties in relation to any applicable treaties or agreements.
  Are there any other conditions when applying for the domain name?
  All 2LD applications are subject to the following prohibitions:-
 
  • the use of country or state names, whether in Bahasa Malaysia or English,
  • the use of religious-sensitive words in Bahasa Malaysia or English such as "Islam", "Christianity", "Buddha" or "Hindu",
  • the use of whole or part of words that are offensive, scandalous, indecent, obscene or contrary to Malaysian norms,
  • the use of words such as "bank", "finance company" or derivatives of these words in other languages for registrants not involved in the finance or banking sectors. (except with written consent from the Ministry of Finance as per Section 15 of the Banking and Financial Institutions Act 1989.
  Can I create sub-domains under the 2LD?
  Yes you can, but only for your own internal use. The operating, renting, leasing, licensing, trading or in any other way dealing in or permiting the use of any sub-domains so created, whether to a third party or on behalf of or for the benefit of any third party, whether for profit or otherwise, is strictly not allowed.


3.0 Applying for a Second Level Domain Name
   
  Who handles 2LD applications?
  All applications be handled by MYNIC's appointed resellers. Applications can also be submitted using MYNIC Online Form at https://www.mynic.net.my/newhp/new-form.htm.
   
  What do the Resellers do?
  The Resellers are to guide you through each step of registration process and also collect the relevant payments. They usually offer non-MYNIC-related domain name services such as name hosting and data services and sometimes bundle the registration service with their other products and/or services. It would be best to shop around for the best offer/package that suits your needs. MYNIC charges should be stated clearly on all invoices and bills, distinct from any charges that the Reseller may impose for other services you may purchase from them. MYNIC is not responsible for these other services supplied by the Resellers.

For list of MYNIC resellers, please visit:
http://www.mynic.net.my/newhp/reseller-list.htm
   
  What are the steps involve in registering this 2LD?
  Below are the steps involve in registering the 2LD:-
  i) Submit the application using MYNIC Online Form at https://www.mynic.net.my/newhp/new-form.htm.
  ii) Fax a copy of the relevant supporting document and also make payment to the respective Reseller. For entities, please refer to http://www.mynic.net.my/newhp/MYNIC-070_SupDoc.htm for a list of the supporting document. For individual, the supporting document is NRIC or passport.
  iii) Reseller verifies on the above supporting document and payment.
  iv) Reseller approves the application.
   
  Can I reserve the 2LD?
  No. Application will be processed on a first-come-first-served basis. However, MYNIC is still reserving the previous list of .gov.my's label for the relevant government agency to apply for the relevant 2LD. The government agency who are interested to apply for this name is requested to directly contact MYNIC or the Resellers. These domain names will be reserved until 1 January 2009.
   
  Once approved, how do I keep my 2LD name registered?
  Timely payment of annual fees and abiding by MYNIC's Agreement as well MYNIC's existing policies and procedures should enable continuous use of the registered 2LD name.

However, MYNIC reserves the right to revoke the domain name at any time should MYNIC find any information supplied in your application to be incomplete, incorrect or inaccurate or should MYNIC find that the 2LD name infringes MYNIC's policies and terms and conditions.
   
  If I have a dispute, who do I refer to?
  If there are any disputes with regards to the 2LD's registered by MYNIC, the issue will be handled in accordance to the MYNIC Name Dispute Resolution Policy.

This service is run by the Regional Centre for Arbitration Kuala Lumpur.

The registrant can also have the choice of negotiating with the related parties, litigating the matter in court or through mediation or arbitration.


4.0 Fees and Payment
   
  Do I have to pay a fee?
  Yes. All 2LD registrations have a maximum retail price of RM 120 a year. Please check with Resellers for best deals offered.
   
  Do I have to pay renewal fees?
  Yes, each registration must be renewed annually. Please refer to your selected Reseller on all payments.
   
  How will my renewal notice be sent?
  An e-mail renewal notice will be sent by your Invoicing Party to inform you when your domain name is up for renewal. For details on your Invoicing Party check out our WHOIS service.
   
  Where can I check for the expiry date?
  You can look up your domain name's expiry date on our WHOIS service.


5.0 E-mail Forwarding
   
  Will there be any e-mail forwarding services available?
  No, e-mail forwarding services will not be made available for all 2LD registrations.