The .blog launch plan — dates are subject to change.
Sunrise Application
Trademark holders apply to pre-register domain names pending a
Trademark Clearinghouse check.
August 18, 2016 to October 17, 2016
Sunrise Auction
Auction to resolve multiple requests for the same domain name during Sunrise.
October 20, 2016 to October 26, 2016
Landrush Application
Open application for domain pre-registration.
November 02, 2016 to November 09, 2016
Landrush Auction
Auction to resolve multiple requests for the same domain name during Landrush.
November 14, 2016 to November 17, 2016
General Availability
Open registration on first-come, first-served basis. Pre-registered domains are activated.
November 21, 2016