About .ADULT Domain Names
The .adult domain name expands beyond the adult entertainment industry to include other age-restricted items and activities, from video games to resorts to alcohol and tobacco. If you already own a .xxx domain, get your matching .adult domain to create a unified presence around your adult-only brand.
Registration Phases
The .adult launch is divided into three registration phases: Sunrise B Limited Registration, Domain Matching Limited Registration and General Availability. Each phase has specific application requirements:
Sunrise B Limited Registration
From April 6, 2015 at 16:00 UTC to April 30, 2015 at 16:00 UTC, customers can register .adult domain names on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bulk .adult registration is not supported during Sunrise B Limited Registration.
If you applied for a Sunrise B .xxx domain name, you are eligible to purchase the same string for .adult. However, you must purchase your .adult domain from the same registrar from which you purchased .xxx. If you do not meet this requirement, your registration will be cancelled and refunded.
Domain Matching Limited Registration
If you have currently registered a .xxx domain name as of April 30, 2015 you can purchase a matching string for .adult during this phase. However, you must have purchased the domain from the same registrar at which your .xxx domain is currently registered. If you do not meet this requirement, your registration will be cancelled and refunded.
Bulk .adult registration is not supported during Domain Matching Limited Registration.
General Availability
Beginning June 4, 2015 at 16:00 UTC, customers can register .adult domain names on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bulk .adult registration is supported during General Availability.
Multiple applications with different registrars are resolved on a first-come, first-served basis during General Availability. If you aren't able to secure the domain name, we'll refund the registration fee.
NOTE: If you are awarded the domain name, you have 5 days to cancel your domain name and get a refund of the registration fee.
Registration Information
For up-to-date information on .adult, click here.
Who can register .adult domain names?
Anyone can register .adult domain names on a first-come, first-served basis.
These domain names can only support 1-63 characters (with a minimum of 1 character), and can contain letters (a to z), numbers (0 to 9), and hyphens (except as the first or last characters of the domain name). You cannot register domain names with special characters such as & and #. The .adult domain does not support IDNs (Internationalized Domain Names).
Which registry controls .adult domain names?
Afilias is the registry provider and ICM Registry LLC is the sponsor for the .adult extension.
For how long can I register .adult domain names?
You can register a .adult domain name for a minimum of one year and a maximum of 10 years.
When do .adult domain names renew?
We'll attempt to auto-renew your .adult domain name on its expiration date. We will park .adult domain names after the first failed billing attempt. If the domain name isn't renewed within 40 days following expiration, the domain name will be cancelled and removed from your account.
Can I transfer .adult domain names to my account with you?
Yes. See Transfer domain to IX-ONE DOMAIN HOST for details on the transfer process.
Can I transfer .adult domain names from you to another registrar?
Yes. See Transferring Domain Names to Another Registrar for details on the transfer process for these domain names.
Can I add privacy and protection to .adult domain names?
Domains by Proxy Private Registration is offered for .adult domain names, but Protected Registration is not available.
Can I backorder .adult domain names?
No. We currently do not support the backorder of .adult domain names.
Can I move .adult domain names to another account with you?
Yes. See Moving a Domain Name Out of Your Account to start the account move process.
Can I update the contact information for .adult domain names?
Yes. See Update contact information for details on making these changes.
Are there nameserver requirements for my .adult domain names?
Two nameservers are required for .adult domains to resolve, and a maximum of 13 nameservers is allowed. IPv4, IPv6, DNSSEC and Vanity nameservers are supported.
