Regulation (EC) No 733/2002 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 22 April 2002 on the implementation of the .eu top level domain

Summary

Regulation (EC) No 733/2002 outlines the implementation of the .eu Top Level Domain (TLD). It aims to enhance electronic commerce and improve the visibility and accessibility of the European Internal Market on the Internet. The regulation establishes the conditions for the .eu TLD’s implementation, including the designation of a non-profit Registry responsible for managing the domain. The Registry will be based in a Member State and must operate transparently, efficiently, and without discrimination.

The Registry’s duties include managing domain name registrations through accredited Registrars, enforcing policies on conflict resolution and domain name disputes, and adhering to data protection laws. It must also ensure the .eu TLD contributes positively to European digital integration and does not interfere with national ccTLDs. The Commission oversees the Registry’s selection and contract, ensuring compliance with established principles and procedures.