The .LOCKER offering is made up of two parts: a traditional Web 2 domain name and a Web 3 digital identity (reserved for the holder of the corresponding .LOCKER domain, but not compulsory to activate).

The .LOCKER new gTLD has no restrictions, meaning that anyone can apply for a domain name.  The launch schedule is as follows:

Sunrise Period: from 19 June to 20 August 2024

During this period, trade mark holders who have registered their trade marks with the TradeMark Clearinghouse (TMCH) will be able to apply for the corresponding domain names under .LOCKER.  Domain names will be allocated at the end of the Sunrise phase and, where multiple applications are received for the same domain name, an auction will take place.

Pioneer Program: 28 August to 11 September 2024

This phase is dedicated for marketing purposes.  .LOCKER domain names will be allocated to joint venture partners, founders, early adopters, evangelists and influencers as determined by the Registry.

Early Access Phase (EAP): 18 to 25 September 2024

During this period, available .LOCKER domain names may be registered by anyone on a first come, first served basis at a higher price, which will decrease day by day leading up to General Availability.

General Availability: from 25 September 2024 onwards

As from this date, anyone will be able to register available .LOCKER domain names on a first come, first served basis, at standard prices.

Authored by the Anchovy News team.