7.1. Domain disputes

Domain Dispute Process

Domain name disputes occur when two parties claim ownership or rights to the same web address. Conflicts typically arise from trademark infringement, cybersquatting, or similar domain name challenges. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) provides standardized mechanisms for resolving these disputes. Key Dispute Resolution Mechanisms The Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP) offers a … Read more

UDRP Guidelines

The Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP) provides a legal mechanism for trademark owners to challenge cybersquatting and trademark infringement in domain registrations. ICANN established these guidelines to help resolve domain name conflicts efficiently and cost-effectively outside traditional court systems. Trademark owners can file a complaint if they believe a domain name registration unfairly … Read more