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.ECO Domain Policy

.ECO is a TLD for businesses, organizations, and individuals committed to positive change for the planet. Big Room Inc manages the top-level domain.

Registration Requirements

See our TLD Chart for all registration requirements.

General Requirements

The registry has two minimum requirements of eligibility to activate a domain:
  1.  Registrant must pledge to show commitment to the purpose and principles of .ECO:
    “I/we pledge to support positive change for the planet and to be honest when sharing information on environmental actions.”
  2.  Affirm eligibility by sharing eco actions and commitments in a publicly accessible profile.
In line with .ECO purpose and principles, all .ECO domain names are registered with server hold status until the registrant affirms eligibility. These minimum requirements apply to all .ECO domain names.
Once the order is submitted, the registry contacts the registrant by email, inviting them to complete an Eco Profile affirming their or the user's eligibility.

Eligibility

During the creation of a .ECO profile, registrants are offered free membership in the .ECO Organization. According to its bylaws, membership in the organization is open to entities and natural persons committed to a respectful, responsible, and sustainable use of the environment. Membership of the .ECO Organization confers eligibility upon registrants.
Registrants must:
  • Maintain an accurate Eco Profile by updating or reviewing that Eco Profile at least annually
  •  Link their .ECO website to their Eco Profile (if the two are separate)
  •  Providing accurate contact information to the Registrar and by extension the Registry; and
  •  Submit to verification of their Eco Profile if requested by the Registry
Other eligibility categories:
  • Not-for-profit mission-based organizations, both small and large, that work for the good of the planet.
  • Businesses of all sizes who are committed to providing products and services that encourage positive environmental change.
  • Government bodies that support sustainability through programs, infrastructure and funding, amongst other policies and actions.
  • People who participate in and support environmental change through
    membership, financial support, or donating their time and environmental professionals contributing to positive environmental change through their work
  • Farms and other producers of agricultural products that achieve EU organic
    production and labeling standards.
The .ECO eligibility policies contain specifics for each category.

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