What is TRABIS?, .TR Domain Name System

TRABİS

Domain name transactions with the .tr extension started to be carried out through registration operators after the closure process of Nic.TR as of March 23, 2020. During this process, METUnic, established by ODTÜ Development Foundation as a registration operator, started its activities in December 2019 to deliver the ODTÜ experience and knowledge to you, our valuable users, and to provide quality services. As METUnic, we will continue to provide service-oriented service in TRABİS processes and applications with the user satisfaction-focused approach we have shown during the closure process of Nic.TR. Our development and improvement efforts continue to ensure a professional and smooth transition for both you, our users, and us registration organizations. We kindly ask you to review the following explanations in order to have the correct and sufficient information. After your review, you can reach us through our support channels to find answers to any questions you may have and visit our website.

What is TRABİS?

TRABİS, the abbreviation for the .tr Network Information System, is a system that covers the management and operation processes of the domain name system and database with the ".tr" extension. The system ensures the secure and continuous operation of guidance (whois), update (DNS, owner and responsible information, renewal), and instant allocation processes. Previously carried out by Nic.TR, these processes will be under the management of BTK with the activation of TRABİS. However, since TRABİS does not directly serve end-users, you will need to carry out transactions related to .tr domain names through accredited registration operators. All domain names that have not been transferred to any registration operator during the Nic.TR closure process will be transferred to TRABİS.

DOMAIN NAME TRANSACTIONS IN TRABİS PROCESS

Domain Name Allocation

With the transition to TRABİS, all domain name allocation processes will be carried out through registration operators. The procedures and rules regarding the allocation process have not yet been fully clarified, and all details will be provided to you after the announcement from BTK. With the activation of TRABİS, it will be possible to allocate domain names without submitting any documents, based on a first-come, first-served basis, especially for the most popular .com.tr, .net.tr, and .org.tr domain names among internet domain extensions, as well as gen.tr, biz.tr, tv.tr, web.tr, info.tr, bbs.tr, tel.tr, and name.tr domain names. gov.tr, edu.tr, bel.tr, k12.tr, av.tr, dr.tr, pol.tr, and tsk.tr domain names can be allocated without any changes in the procedure, provided that the necessary documents are submitted.

Sale

Domain name sale and leasing are prohibited in Nic.TR processes. However, with the activation of TRABİS, the sale and leasing of domain names are allowed. Within the scope of TRABİS, domain name sales procedures will start after 3 years following the activation of the process and will be possible through the services of registration operators. Announcements and explanations regarding sales and leasing processes will be shared with our users in detail.

Transfer

Domain name transfer was previously implemented as Owner Change in Nic.TR processes. However, this process, which will be carried out as Transfer with TRABİS, will be completed if any of the following documents are available:

Declaration of Absence Company Merger/Acquisition Documents Brand/Patent Transfer Documents Proof of Transfer of Rights Related to Ideas/Art Works

Document

Announcements and explanations regarding the transfer process will be shared with our users in detail separately.

.tr extension

The first-level domain extension, ".tr," is currently closed for allocation.

"example.tr"

However, after 1 year following the activation of TRABİS, the allocation of .tr extension will begin.

Questions and Answers on .tr Domain Transfer Processes

The ".tr" domain name system and its central database, which allow the management of internet domain names with the .tr extension, the creation of the directory, updating, real-time domain name application processes, and the provision of directory services, are carried out securely and continuously in this system.

Will BTK now provide server redirection services? • While Nic.TR is active, DNS server redirection services will continue to be provided through Nic.TR for the domain names you have obtained. • When TRABİS is activated, you will need to contact the registration operator from whom you received services related to your domain name.

How is the transfer done? • Detailed information on how the transfer will be done has been announced on the main page. Only registered members can see the links.

When will TRABİS start its activities? • TRABİS is expected to start operating at the end of March 2020. The date may vary.

Until when can I make changes with the owner change form?• Nic.TR operations will continue until TRABİS is activated. Until TRABİS is activated, you can change the responsible parties of your domain name by submitting the owner change approval form.

How can I transfer my domain names without using the transfer system? • You can complete your transaction by submitting the owner change approval form available on the Nic.TR page.

Will my domain names be closed during the transfer process? • There will be no service interruption during the transfer process.

Where will my domain names be hosted? • Your domain names will continue to be hosted in the Nic.TR system until TRABİS is activated, and they will be transferred to the TRABİS system when TRABİS is activated. However, starting from March 23, 2020, you will need to renew and register your .tr domain names (except gov.tr, edu.tr, av.tr, bel.tr, dr.tr, tsk.tr, k12.tr, pol.tr) through accredited Registration Operators.

Will we be able to obtain all domain names without documents? • Allocation procedures will continue according to the existing Nic.TR rules until TRABİS is activated. • After TRABİS is activated, gov.tr, edu.tr, bel.tr, k12.tr, av.tr, dr.tr, pol.tr, and tsk.tr domain name extensions will continue to be allocated with documents. Com.tr, org.tr, net.tr, gen.tr, biz.tr, tv.tr, web.tr, info.tr, bbs.tr, tel.tr, and name.tr domain names will be allocated based on the first-come, first-served rule without documents.

Where should I submit my objections? • Until announced otherwise, Nic.TR will continue to accept objection applications. When the new dispute resolution mechanism is activated, BTK and Nic.TR will provide relevant information.

Can I obtain net.tr domain names without documents?• The allocation procedures for net.tr domain names will continue according to the existing Nic.TR rules until TRABİS is activated. • After TRABİS is activated, com.tr, org.tr, and net.tr domain name extensions will be allocated without documents.

Can I make payments without a credit card?• The Nic.TR page will be closed to end-user payments on 03/23/2020. Until this date, only credit card payments are accepted through Nic.TR. You can contact other registration operators to learn about their payment methods. • Payments are not accepted through the TRABİS system. Please select an authorized Registration Operator and make your payments through this institution.

What are the new responsibilities of Registration Operators? • Information will be provided by Nic.TR and BTK.

**Will .tr allocations now be made by BTK? **• Until March 23, 2020, the existing Nic.TR operations will continue, and after March 23, until TRABİS is activated, domain name application and renewal processes for .tr domain names will be carried out by Registration Operators registered with Nic.TR (except for gov.tr, edu.tr, av.tr, bel.tr, dr.tr, tsk.tr, k12.tr, pol.tr). • When TRABİS is activated, the rules and procedures regarding .tr domain names will be determined by TRABİS managed by BTK. The allocation procedures for .tr domain names will be carried out by the registration organizations listed at Linkleri sadece kayıtlı üyelerimiz görebilir..

Will we now be able to conduct sales/transfer transactions in domain names? • As long as Nic.TR continues its operations, the sale and transfer of domain names are not allowed. If you wish to update the owner information of your domain names, you must submit the Owner Update form available on the Nic.TR page. • Domain name sales transactions can be made 3 years after the activation of TRABİS. You can conduct domain name transfer transactions through the Registration Operator you are affiliated with after TRABİS is activated.

Will we be able to obtain alanadi.tr? • Alanadi.tr domain names will be allocated 1 year after the activation of TRABİS.

Can we become a Registration Operator? • New Registration Operator applications will not be accepted while Nic.TR is active. • After TRABİS is activated, you can apply by filling out the Registration Operator application form available at trabis.gov.tr.

How long does the transfer process take to complete?• This duration may vary depending on the Registration Operator you choose. It should be completed online within a short period. The transfer process initiated from Nic.TR is valid for 30 minutes.

Why do I need a Turkish mobile phone number for the transfer? • Due to system security reasons, the transfer can only be made with a mobile number registered in Turkey.

If I have a domain name registered with Nic.TR, what will happen to this domain name during the TRABİS transition process? • Your domain names registered in the Nic.TR system will remain active until the date you made the payment. • You can transfer your domain name to any Registration Operator of your choice through the online transfer screen that will be available on the Nic.TR page starting from December 23, 2019, or by submitting the Owner Change Approval Form to Nic.TR. • However, since Nic.TR will close new application and domain name renewal (payment) processes for end-users on March 23, 2020, you will need to carry out these transactions through an authorized .tr Registration Operator that you will choose. • Processes such as server change, responsible change, and information update will continue to be carried out through Nic.TR until TRABİS is activated. • You can access the list of Registration Operators registered with Nic.TR in the Registration Inquiry section by clicking on the Registration Operators link.

Can I obtain a domain name from anywhere I want?• You can obtain a domain name by selecting one of the Registration Operators listed on the Nic.TR Registration Operators page. You can also obtain a domain name from Nic.TR until 03/23/2020. • After TRABİS is activated, you will need to choose one of the authorized registration organizations listed on trabis.gov.tr to obtain a .tr domain name.

Can I contact BTK officials regarding my domain name? • As long as Nic.TR is active, you can first contact Nic.TR representatives and the officials of the Registration Operator you are affiliated with regarding your .tr domain name. • After TRABİS is activated, you can contact TRABİS officials and the registration organizations authorized by TRABİS.

Do I still need to submit documents for responsible change? • When can I make the transfer without submitting documents? • You can transfer your domain name to Registration Operators integrated with the Nic.TR transfer through the transfer screens. You can also transfer your domain name to a different Registration Operator by submitting the Owner Change Approval form available on the Nic.TR page.

What is the transfer? • You can transfer the domain names you manage on Nic.TR to the ".tr" authority and Registration Operators integrated with the transfer by the TRANSFER method, and continue to manage your domain names through them. The process of transferring your domain names to Registration Operators integrated with Nic.TR is called TRANSFER.

When will Nic.TR be closed to end-users? • After the TRANSFER system of Nic.TR is activated, it will be closed to new applications and renewals within 3 (three) months (except for gov.tr, edu.tr, av.tr, bel.tr, dr.tr, tsk.tr, k12.tr, pol.tr).

Until when do I have to make the TRANSFER? • As long as your domain name is active, you can transfer your domain name to authorized and integrated Registration Operators through the TRANSFER process until TRABİS is activated.

Why is Nic.TR being closed? • According to Article 35 of the Electronic Communications Law No. 5809 published in 2008, the Information Technologies and Communication Authority (BTK) was assigned by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure (UAB) to allocate and manage .tr domain names. In 2010, the BTK published the "Internet Domain Names Regulation." With this law and regulation, the authority to allocate ".tr" domain names (Registration Authority Function) was transferred from Nic.TR to BTK. • According to the agreement signed between Nic.TR (".tr Domain Names" Management) and BTK (Information Technologies and Communication Authority), Nic.TR is required to terminate the Registration Operator functions (such as payment made through Linkleri sadece kayıtlı üyelerimiz görebilir. page, DNS change, etc.).

Is the TRANSFER process free of charge? • Nic.TR does not charge a fee for the TRANSFER process. The Registration Operator you choose may charge an additional fee. Please consult with the Registration Operator you choose.

Is TRANSFER mandatory? • When TRABİS is activated, the Nic.TR page will be closed. Therefore, it is expected that you transfer your domain name to an authorized Registration Operator before that date. Domain names that are not transferred to any Registration Operator until TRABİS is activated will be transferred to the TRABİS system, but this system will not provide some services to end-users.

Can I transfer my domain name to any location I want?• Until TRABİS is activated, you can transfer your domain name to any of the Registration Operators listed on the Nic.TR page. • After TRABİS is activated, you can transfer your domain name to one of the registration organizations listed on trabis.gov.tr.