
.gay Domain Guidelines: Protection Policies and Charity Donations Explained
The .gay domain extension comes with two important features that support and protect the LGBTQIA+ community.
Charitable Donation Program: 20% of all .gay domain registration revenue goes directly to LGBTQIA+ charities, supporting organizations that work for equality and community support.
Anti-Hate Protection Policy: The .gay TLD enforces strict guidelines against harmful content. Domain owners must not use these domains for:
- Violence incitement against LGBTQIA+ individuals
- Cyberbullying or harassment
- Hate speech
- Organization of discriminatory activities
- Any form of anti-LGBTQIA+ content
Anyone can register, transfer, or connect a .gay domain to their website. If you encounter content that violates these policies, you can report it through Top Level Design's Policy page.
These measures ensure that .gay domains remain a positive space that celebrates and supports the LGBTQIA+ community while actively preventing misuse and discrimination.
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