Domain names Law

How to Register and Protect Your Domain Name?

The internet has revolutionized consumer attitudes by making products and services more accessible. Domain names, being the first point of contact with your business, are fundamental. This is especially true since domain name registration follows the “first come, first served” rule. It is essential to adopt an effective strategy in choosing a domain name that aligns with your business.

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Naming Strategy

To register your domain name, it is recommended to conduct a prior rights search to check for similar domain names held by third parties, trademarks with similar elements, trade names, and commercial names.

It is strongly recommended that businesses conduct prior rights searches to avoid disputes over the registration and use of the domain name. Given the complexity of these searches, Dreyfus assists you with its expertise. 

Combating Domain Name Vulnerability

Simultaneous Monitoring of Your Trademark and Domain Name Rights

To prevent any risk of confusion with infringing trademarks that may harm your business, it is crucial to implement regular monitoring once your domain name is registered or your trademark is officially filed. This approach ensures the continuous protection of your intellectual property rights.

Dreyfus offers a domain name monitoring service to help detect infringements quickly and efficiently.

Domain Name Cybersecurity

Being a victim of a cyberattack is one of the most dreaded risks for businesses.

In close collaboration with our clients, we work to reduce the risks of cyberattacks, administrative and technical hijacking by optimizing protection and considering your business realities in our prevention measures.

Pre-litigation Assistance and Advice

Do you want to transfer a domain name that infringes on your domain name and/or trademark?

Specific extrajudicial procedures exist for domain name disputes: notably UDRP/URS procedures and arbitration procedures specific to each country extension.

Dreyfus, with recognized expertise in this field, will leverage its skills to defend your interests.

How to Recover a Domain Name?

There are several options to obtain your domain name:

  1. If the domain name is available, you can simply register it with a registrar. For example, the Afnic website offers a directory of accredited registrars. This usually costs around 12 euros in France, though prices can vary.
  2. You can lease the desired domain name through a traditional lease or a lease-purchase agreement, allowing the lessee to exercise a purchase option during the lease term for an agreed amount.
  3. You can buy the domain name, negotiating the price with the current holder.

These options allow you to choose the solution best suited to your needs and budget to secure your online presence.

Protect Your Online Presence with Our Domain Name Law Expertise

Dreyfus offers its internationally renowned expertise to clients:

  • Domain Name Registration and Management

    We assist in the registration and management of your domain names to ensure optimal protection and efficient management of your online presence.

  • Domain Name Monitoring

    We offer monitoring services to detect any unauthorized or abusive use of your domain names, including cybersquatting.

  • Domain Name Dispute Management

    We represent clients in domain name disputes, including UDRP procedures and legal actions to recover abusive domain names.

  • Domain Name Protection Strategy

    We develop customized strategies to protect your domain names against violations and abuses online.

  • Compliance and Regulatory Advice

    Our experts advise on compliance with international regulations and best practices for securing your domain names.

  • Training and Awareness

    We offer training programs to educate your teams on best practices for managing and protecting domain names.

FAQ on Domain Name Law

Why is it important to protect a domain name?

Protecting domain names prevents abuse, avoids financial losses, and maintains your brand’s reputation online.

What should I do in case of cybersquatting?

It is crucial to respond quickly. Our experts can represent you and take legal action to recover your domain names.

How can I monitor the use of my domain names?

We offer monitoring services to detect any unauthorized or abusive use of your domain names.

What are the benefits of training in domain name protection?

Training raises awareness among your teams about online threats and teaches best practices for effectively protecting your domain names.

How do you ensure the compliance of my domain names?

We conduct continuous monitoring to ensure that your domain names comply with international regulations and best industry practices

Do you offer domain name dispute management services?

Yes, we represent clients in domain name disputes and ensure their defense against online abuses.