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Terms of Service

Introduction​

By applying for and using a .ngo.us domain, you agree to abide by the following terms and conditions. These terms are designed to maintain the integrity of the .ngo.us namespace and ensure it remains dedicated to legitimate nonprofit organizations.

1. Domain Eligibility​

1.1. Nonprofit Status​

The .ngo.us registry is exclusively for nonprofit, nongovernmental organizations and initiatives. All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements outlined in our verification guidelines.

1.2. Prohibited Uses​

The .ngo.us domain may not be used for:

  • Commercial purposes
  • Governmental activities
  • Personal websites unrelated to nonprofit work
  • Any illegal activities
  • Content that promotes hate, discrimination, or violence

2. Registration and Renewal​

2.1. Registration Process​

All domains must be registered through an accredited registrar and undergo our verification process before activation.

2.2. Fees​

  • Initial registration requires a one-time fee
  • No renewal fees are charged, but annual renewal is still required
  • Fees are non-refundable if your application is rejected due to ineligibility

2.3. Renewal Obligations​

Domain holders must:

  • Complete the annual renewal process
  • Maintain current contact information
  • Continue to meet eligibility requirements
  • Use the domain in accordance with these terms

3. Registry Rights​

3.1. Right to Refuse​

The NGO.US Registry reserves the right to refuse registration to any organization that:

  • Does not meet eligibility requirements
  • Has previously violated these terms
  • Appears to be applying in bad faith

3.2. Right to Suspend or Terminate​

The NGO.US Registry may suspend or terminate any domain that:

  • No longer meets eligibility requirements
  • Violates these terms of service
  • Remains inactive for an extended period
  • Is used for purposes inconsistent with nonprofit operations

4. Registrant Obligations​

4.1. Accuracy of Information​

Registrants must:

  • Provide accurate and complete information during application
  • Update contact information when changes occur
  • Respond to verification requests in a timely manner

4.2. Domain Management​

Registrants are responsible for:

  • Proper DNS configuration
  • Website content and security
  • Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Annual renewal even when no fee is required

5. Disclaimer​

5.1. ICANN Status​

The .ngo.us registry is not an ICANN-accredited Top-Level Domain (TLD). We operate independently as a community-driven registry.

5.2. Mozilla PSL​

Our domain is included in the Mozilla Public Suffix List (PSL), which enhances security by ensuring domains are treated independently by browsers.

5.3. No Warranty​

The NGO.US Registry provides its services "as is" without any warranty of any kind, either express or implied.

6. Modifications to Terms​

The NGO.US Registry reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Significant changes will be communicated to registrants via email.

7. Contact​

For questions regarding these terms, please contact our support team.

By applying for and using a .ngo.us domain, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms of service.

Last updated: April 2025