.CA Domain General FAQ Canada FAQ - What is a registrar?
- A registrar is an individual or entity that is certified by CIRA to apply on behalf of applicants and registrants to register, transfer, renew or modify dot-ca domain names in the registry.
Registrars will provide services to applicants to register domain names in the dot-ca domain, will provide registration information update services for registrants, and will be entitled to bill registrants for these services.
- Who can become a registrar?
- In order to be certified as a registrar, a person must meet the Certification and Re-certification Requirements, which are included in the procedures, policies and certification requirements for becoming a registrar. The requirements include meeting the Canadian Presence Requirements for Registrars; paying fees; providing services as per the minimum service requirements; signing a Registrar Agreement; knowing CIRA's registration rules and the domain system in general; and having the technical capabilities to process requests.
- The Expression of Interest Form asks for a PGP Public Key. What is that?
- PGP stands for Pretty Good Privacy and is an encryption mechanism. Registrars should be well educated in these technologies before they submit their EOI. Registrars must be capable of understanding and using this type of technology as a requirement for becoming a registrar as per the Certification Requirements. If they do not, they risk not being certified and losing their Application Fee. Any good web site or book addressing security issues relating to e-mail encryption should be able to answer any detailed questions.
- How much will it cost to become a registrar?
- There is a one-time non-refundable $1,000 Application for Certification Fee, an annual Certification Fee or Re-certification Fee of $1,000, and a $1,000 Initial Deposit against which registration, renewal, transfer and other fees are deducted before the requested transactions can be completed. Applicable taxes are payable in addition.
- Will registrars need to set up their own systems?
- Yes, registrars will be responsible for setting up their own systems to request domain name registrations on behalf of applicants. In fact, those who apply for certification as a registrar may be requested to describe these systems in the certification process.
- What is a domain name?
- Domain names are the familiar and easy to remember names used in lieu of the difficult to remember Internet Protocol (IP) address numbers. IP addresses are used to locate computers on the Internet.
- What is the Domain Name System (DNS)?
- The Internet Domain Name System consists of an organized, hierarchical directory of all domain names and their corresponding computers.
- What is a top-level domain?
- A top-level domain is used to designate the type of organization or the country of origin. Generic top-level designators are commonly three letter suffixes like .com, .net, .org, .edu. Country code top-level domains are commonly two letter suffixes like .ca, .us, .uk, etc., as assigned by the United Nations.
- How does dot-ca differ from dot-com?
- Dot-ca is the country code Top Level domain (ccTLD) designating Canada. Dot-com is the generic Top Level domain (gTLD) designating commercial activities. The policies and administration of the dot-ca domain name will be set by CIRA and governed by Canadian law. The gTLDs are managed in the United States under American law.
- How do I modify my registration information?
- To modify your registration information (DNS, technical/administrative contact, address, etc.) please contact 101Domain as soon as possible.
- Can I transfer my dot-ca registration to another organization/registrant?
- Yes. To transfer your registration, please contact 101Domain as soon as possible.
- How can I retrieve my user id and password?
- To retrieve your user id and password, please contact 101Domain.
Source: www.cira.ca/
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