The Sunrise period for Locker-Domains runs until August 20. Trademark holders can register Locker-Domains during the Sunrise period. Trademark registration with the Trademark Clearinghouse is required for this.

Each standard Locker-Domain costs 99 EUR per year.

Phases for the Introduction of Locker-Domains:

• Sunrise Period: until August 20, 2024. You must pay a registration fee of 719 EUR.
• Pioneer Program: August 28 to November 11, 2024.
• Early Access Period: September 19 to September 25, 2024.
• Qualified Launch Program: May 22 to August 19, 2024.
• General Availability: August 20, 2024.

The Early Access Period functions like a "Dutch Auction." The prices for Locker-Domains decrease daily. If you are interested, please send us an email to learn the details.

The Importance of Choosing the Right Domain

In today’s digital world, choosing the right domain is crucial for the success of a website. An innovative and creative domain ending like .Locker offers numerous benefits, especially for German users. Here are some reasons why it makes sense to register a .Locker-Domain:

Creativity and Memorability

A Locker-Domain offers a unique and striking way to make your website stand out from the crowd. It is not only easy to remember but also memorable. This is particularly useful if you want to create an entertaining and engaging website, such as a site about innovative furniture solutions.

Versatile Applications

The Locker-Domain is versatile and can be used in various contexts. Whether for education, entertainment, personal blogs, or even business applications, a .Locker-Domain can be flexibly used to convey the right message.

Innovative Furniture Solutions

Suppose you want to create an innovative website about furniture solutions. A domain like furniture.locker would be perfect for presenting the topic in a creative and accessible way. The term "Locker" signals that your site offers practical and stylish storage solutions—ideal for homeowners, designers, and anyone interested in home organization.

Branding and Marketing

A .Locker-Domain can also be a powerful branding tool. It helps you present your brand creatively and stand out from competitors. For example, a company specializing in innovative storage solutions could use a .Locker-Domain to highlight its commitment to practical yet stylish organization.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

A memorable and relevant domain can positively impact your SEO efforts. Search engines often prefer clear and thematically appropriate domains. With a .Locker-Domain that directly points to the content of your site, you increase the chances of being easily found by potential visitors.

Future-Proof

New domain endings like .Locker offer more availability and flexibility in the long term than traditional .de or .com domains. Since many of the coveted names in traditional domain endings are already taken, .Locker provides a welcome alternative to secure your desired domain name.

For German users, registering a .Locker-Domain offers numerous benefits—from memorability and versatility to better branding opportunities and SEO advantages. Whether you want to create an innovative furniture website or another creative online presence, a .Locker-Domain could be just the thing to bring your ideas to life on the internet.

How Locker-Domains Are Useful in Web2 and Web3

The .Locker-Domain provides end users with a seamless connection between Web2 domain names and the corresponding Web3 digital identities. This innovative solution combines traditional Web2 domains registered through ICANN-accredited registrars with Web3 digital identities minted via the Bitcoin blockchain. Here’s how it works and the benefits it offers:

Integration of Web2 and Web3 Web2: Traditional DNS Registration

• Registration: Web2 domain names are registered and managed through ICANN-accredited registrars. This is done using the Domain Name System (DNS), which allows the mapping of domain names to IP addresses.
• Management: These domains are managed according to known Web2 regulations and standards, ensuring broad acceptance and compatibility.

Web3: Decentralized Digital Identities

• Minting of Identities: After registering the Web2 domain name, a corresponding Web3 digital identity is minted by Orange Domains using the BNS protocol (Bitcoin Name System) on the Bitcoin blockchain.
• Security and Resilience: Utilizing the Bitcoin blockchain ensures the security and reliability of digital identities. The Bitcoin blockchain is the largest proof-of-work network with over one trillion dollars in stored value.
• New Wallet Address: Your Locker-Domain becomes your new wallet address. Replace long, hard-to-remember crypto wallet addresses with easy-to-remember Locker-Domains like YourName.locker, YourNickname.locker, or YourFantasyName.locker (e.g., fishdesk.locker).

Benefits of the Locker-Domain Solution User Experience

Simplicity: The solution is designed to be simple and intuitive for end users, ensuring a smooth experience for both Web2 and Web3 domains.

Compliance with Regulatory Frameworks

• Web2 Regulation: The solution respects Web2 regulatory oversight while maintaining synchronization with Web3 identities.
• Web3 Ethos: The solution balances Web2 regulatory frameworks with decentralized digital identities, enabling users to own their Web3 interactions, assets, and data.

Connecting Centralized and Decentralized Systems

• DNS and BNS: The Locker solution connects the centralized DNS environment with the decentralized BNS environment, creating a bridge between traditional Web2 domains and innovative Web3 digital identities.

Key Components of .Locker DNS Registration Services

Enables the purchase, registration, and management of Web2 domain names.

.Locker DNS-Sync Application

An application that bridges DNS domain names and BNS .Locker smart contracts. This allows synchronization and integration of the two systems.

.Locker Smart Contract

Similar to DNS, this is the Web3 protocol that allows the minting/registration, renewal, locking, and transfer of .Locker names (Web3 digital identities).

The Locker-Domain solution offers a comprehensive and secure experience for end users who want to leverage the benefits of Web2 and Web3. By integrating the proven Web2 domain registration with the secure and decentralized Web3 identity minting on the Bitcoin blockchain, .Locker provides an innovative and future-proof solution for digital identities. This bridge between worlds opens up new possibilities, unlocking the full potential of the Bitcoin network and giving users control over their digital interactions and assets.

Hans-Peter Oswald

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