Get trademark protection
with AdultBlock
Block the registration of your trademark with .xxx, .sex, .porn, and .adult domain extensions and safeguard your online reputation
Speak with an expert today! 1-855-834-8497
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How does trademark protection work?
With pornsquatting, phishing, and other fraudulent online activity on the rise, it's important to protect your brand from falling into the wrong hands.
Trademark protection blocks unauthorized third parties with malicious intent from registering your trademark(s) and causing harm to your reputation and brand image.
AdultBlock protects your brand name and trademark from infringement in the adult themed spaces, preventing the registration of your trademark labels with .XXX, .SEX, .PORN, or .ADULT domain extensions. AdultBlock+ takes this a step further — extending protection to all trademark associated labels and look-alike variations of your brand name.
With AdultBlock and AdultBlock+ you'll get:
If you have 1 label
Blocks domain registration for 1 label
for your trademark from the .XXX, .SEX,
.PORN, and .ADULT extensions.
A Signed Mark Data (SMD) file is similar to a password and allows you to request exclusive rights to block the usage of variations of your trademark. If you need help accessing your SMD file, please contact the Trademark Clearinghouse (TMCH) to retrieve it.
If you have 2 or more labels
Blocks domain registrations for more than 1 label for your trademark from the .XXX, .SEX, .PORN, and .ADULT extensions.
Also blocks special characters and homoglyph variations as well.
A Signed Mark Data (SMD) file is similar to a password and allows you to request exclusive rights to block the usage of variations of your trademark. If you need help accessing your SMD file, please contact the Trademark Clearinghouse (TMCH) to retrieve it.
Which trademark protection is right for you?
Speak with an expert today!
1-855-834-8497
FAQs
AdultBlock and AdultBlock+ block the domain registration of adult-themed versions of your trademarked brand. This comprehensive block costs less than registering them separately and blocks the registration name listed in the WHOIS directory.
AdultBlock blocks the exact match of one label from being registered with the (4) most popular adult domain extensions, .xxx, .sex, .porn, and .adult for a total of four blocks. AdultBlock+ blocks all labels associated with a trademark from being registered with the same adult tlds, .xxx, .sex, .porn, and .adult PLUS unlimited variations, scripts, and look-a-like characters for a comprehensive block in the multitude of thousands.
Trademark holders with a valid Signed Mark Data (SMD) file issued by the Trademark Clearinghouse (TMCH) qualify for the trademark protection with AdultBlock or AdultBlock+.
Yes. Premium domains are included at no additional cost. It automatically blocks any additional dropped names while the block service is in place.
No. The AdultBlock+ service will block all labels for a trademark.
AdultBlock+ blocks similar and look-alike characters such as replacing an ‘L’ with a ‘1’ and an ‘E’ with a ‘3’, as well as typo variations. IDN characters, homoglyphs and scripts in over 20 different languages are blocked based on characters available today along with any future language character sets that become available.
Your private information is concealed from spammers and hackers in the WHOIS database. All blocked domains will include the following message: “This name subscribes to the AdultBlock product; therefore, this name is not available for registration”.
These products are available in 1, 3, 5, and 10 year protection terms.
Domains that are currently registered cannot be blocked until the name is deleted or expires. However, the AdultBlock service will continuously monitor and block names as they become available for the direction of your term.
A Signed Mark Data (SMD) file is a string of public and encrypted characters which serves as an authentication key. This file is generated by the Trademark Clearinghouse (TMCH) once the trademark record and the proof of use have been verified. This file is required in order to sign up for the AdultBlock and AdultBlock+ services for marks not previously covered by the Sunrise B block. Learn More.
Visit the TMCH website to register your trademark(s) online. Learn more about trademarks and TMCH.
Network Solutions is an accredited partner and reseller of AdultBlock and AdultBlock+ services, provided by Minds + Machines Group Limited’s ICM Registry. Minds + Machines Group Limited (LSE:MMX), commonly known as MMX, offers a portfolio of over 30 ICANN approved domain extensions.
*AdultBlock and AdultBlock+ services will auto-renew. To cancel, contact us within the time designated to avoid renewal. These prices are subject to change at the sole discretion of Network Solutions. AdultBlock services will not register or maintain your trademark with the Trademark Clearinghouse. AdultBlock and AdultBlock+ is a 3rd party service provided by Minds + Machines Group Limited (LSE:MMX). For additional details, please review Minds + Machines Group Limited terms and conditions, privacy policy, and our Services Agreement.
