Email verification has been mandatory for all domain extensions since 2026—for generic and sponsored TLDs (gTLDs/sTLDs) as well as all country code TLDs (ccTLDs). This follows from the requirements of the ICANN Registrar Accreditation Agreement 2013 and the NIS2 directive. For some TLDs, email verification may also be requested directly by the respective registry, i.e., the authority responsible for that domain extension.
What happens if I don't verify my email address?
If the verification is not completed, the domain in question must be temporarily deactivated. You can reactivate your domain at any time by completing the verification.
Do I need to verify each domain separately?
This verification is required only once per domain contact. After a successful review, the contact is considered verified—also for other domains that are already registered or will be registered in the future.
In some cases, however, a further email verification may be required if the registry (the authority responsible for the TLD) carries out separate email verifications.