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As of January 1, 2014, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has mandated that all ICANN accredited registrars begin verifying the WHOIS contact information for all new domain registrations and Registrant contact modifications.
The RAA Verification is triggered under 2 conditions:
- New Domain name registration.
- The Registrant contact information is updated
When the Registrant contact is updated, the RAA email is sent to the NEW email address. The changes will not be reflected on the domain name until the RAA email is verified.
An exception is made if the email address on the contact information has already been previously verified.
Once the RAA Verification process has started, the Registrant has 15 days to verify the information before the domain name is suspended.
The RAA (Registrar Accreditation Agreement) verification process refers to the process by which registrars accredited by ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) are periodically reviewed to ensure they are complying with the terms of the RAA. The RAA is a contract between ICANN and domain name registrars, outlining the obligations and responsibilities of registrars in managing domain names.
The RAA verification process typically involves ICANN conducting audits and reviews of registrar operations to ensure compliance with various aspects of the RAA, such as:
- Financial and operational stability: Ensuring that registrars have the necessary financial and operational resources to effectively manage domain registrations and provide customer support.
- Compliance with ICANN policies: Verifying that registrars are adhering to ICANN policies regarding domain registration, transfer, and management, including WHOIS data accuracy requirements.
- Data privacy and security: Ensuring that registrars are implementing appropriate measures to protect the privacy and security of domain registrants’ data in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Customer service and support: Assessing the quality and responsiveness of registrar customer service and support channels to ensure that domain registrants can easily access assistance when needed.
If a registrar is found to be non-compliant during the verification process, ICANN may take various actions, including imposing penalties, issuing warnings, or suspending or terminating the registrar’s accreditation. The verification process helps maintain the integrity and stability of the domain name system by holding registrars accountable for their obligations under the RAA.
Who is ICANN?
ICANN is responsible for the coordination of the global Internet’s systems of unique identifiers and, in particular, ensuring its stable and secure operation. ICANN maintains policies and specifications for registrars and registrants to abide by.
How does the Contact Verification process work? (RAA verification process)
A change to the Registered Name Holder of a domain name is defined as any change to the first name, last name, or email address of the registrant contact. RAA verification process, A change to the Registered Name Holder of a domain name will trigger the contact verification process whereby an email containing a verification link will be sent to the registrant email address. The link in the email must be clicked by the recipient of the email in order to complete the verification process.
What if the Registrant email address is incorrect?
If the Registrant email address is incorrect, then it must be updated. This will cause a new RAA Verification email will be resent to the new address. This does not reset the Suspension status.
If the email address is valid, but the customer is still unable to receive the email, Tech Support may assist in sending the RAA Verification email manually from domainregistrationindia customer care.
What if the Contact RAA Verification process is not successfully completed?
Failing to complete the verification process within 15 days will result in the suspension of the registered domain(s) or those domains that were updated as a result of a contact change