When is Domain Validation required?

Domain Validation emails are sent from info@konsoleh.co.za with subject: Validation Required.

Applies to .com, .net, .biz, .mobi, .info, .org & .co.uk

Whether you register, transfer or update your domain, a domain validation is now a requirement. Read the full ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names & Numbers) report here.

Required for:

New Registrations and Transfers for gTLDs (generic Top Level Domains) .com, .net, .biz, .mobi, .info, .org and some country code related domains, like .co.uk.
At the moment most ccTLDs (country code related domains) such as .co.za, .org.za, .de, and .eu are exempt from validation.
When the registrant’s first name, last name, or email address was modified
If the WDRP (Whois Data Reminder Policy) notice and 30 day or 5 day expiration notice bounced

The Validation process

An email is sent to the registrant with a link that should be clicked on to validate the domain.
.co.uk domains are validated against documentation that the registrant should upload.
Failure to complete the validation process within 15 days of registration will lead to the suspension of your domain.

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