What is the .capital generic Top Level Domain Extension?
While .capital may not be the sexiest new domain around, it is a flexible domain that can adapt to different businesses. With its relevance to finance, economics, startups and countries, websites and businesses that adopt the new .capital gTLD will be a broad group.
.capital gTLD Requirements
.capital is a “Regulated Domain” which is subject to additional requirements mandated by ICANN.
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Legal Compliance: Registrants must comply with all applicable laws, including laws relating to privacy, data collection, consumer protection (including in relation to misleading and deceptive conduct) and applicable consumer laws in respect of fair lending, debt collection, organic farming (if applicable), disclosure of data and financial regulations;
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Health and Financial Information: Registrants must acknowledge and agree that those who collect and maintain sensitive health and financial data must implement reasonable and appropriate security measures commensurate with the offering of those services, as defined by applicable law;