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Domain Escrow (Registry Data Escrow)

ICANN’s Registry Data Escrow program

Introduction

The only ICANN-certified registry data escrow provider in Europe and the U.S.

ICANN plays a global role in managing the internet, including the allocation of domain names. We provide registry data escrow for new generic top-level domains (gTLDs) such as .amsterdam and .club. What sets us apart is that we are the only specialized escrow provider in Europe certified by ICANN for these services. In addition, we safeguard registry data for more than 400 TLDs, representing over 30 million DUMs deposited daily. Mandatory for gTLDs, reassuring for ccTLDs, and trusted worldwide for continuity and compliance.

Domain names are recorded with a registry provider through various service parties. If the registry provider ceases to exist, there is a significant risk that your registration will be lost. In such cases, ICANN may intervene. In short: Escrow4All safeguards this proactively.

gTLDs & ccTLDs

gTLD’s – Generic Top-Level Domains

Generic top-level domains (gTLDs) form a large and diverse part of the domain name system. They include both well-known extensions such as .com, .org, and .net, as well as hundreds of newer extensions like .amsterdam, .club, .app, and .shop. These domains fall under ICANN oversight and are operated by accredited registry operators that comply with strict technical and organizational requirements. For gTLDs, the use of registry data escrow is mandatory, ensuring that registration data is always securely safeguarded and that domain name registrations remain protected in the event of registry provider failure.

ccTLD’s – Country Code Top-Level Domains

Country code top-level domains (ccTLDs) are domain extensions linked to countries, regions, or territories, such as .nl, .be, .uk, or .eu. They are managed by national or regional registry organizations that apply their own rules and procedures for registration, transfer, and management. Although ccTLDs are not required to follow the same global guidelines as gTLDs, many registries deliberately choose to implement registry data escrow. By doing so, they strengthen the continuity, security, and reliability of their domain name infrastructure while providing registrants with additional assurance.

Benefits

Why Domain Escrow?

Certainty in domain name management – Users can rely on critical gTLD registration data, such as .amsterdam and .club, being securely stored, even if the registry service provider fails.

International compliance – Thanks to ICANN certification, we meet the most stringent global standards—essential for organizations that manage or launch gTLDs.

A unique position in Europe – As the only European specialist recognized by ICANN, we offer both trust and proximity. This is especially attractive for European organizations seeking local collaboration with global assurance.

✔ ISO 27001–certified across the entire chain (Escrow4All and all data centers)

✔ Testing to ensure data fully complies with ICANN standards

✔ Fully automated deposit and validation processes

✔ Guaranteed storage of data deposits in Europe and the United States

✔ Redundant data centers, located exclusively in Europe and the United States

✔ In-house technical and legal teams

✔ Excellent customer service and a highly competent helpdesk

Partners

Partners in domain management and internet infrastructure

In the world of domain registration, reliability and continuity are paramount. Together with our partners—from registry operators to technical service providers—Escrow4all ensures the secure safeguarding of registry data and the uninterrupted operation of the domain name system.