Paypal Service Interruption

Firstly, we want to express our appreciation to our valued customers for their patience regarding the recent disruption with PayPal as a payment method on our website.

On 3 April 2024, we received an email notification from PayPal informing us that our account features have been deactivated. The email did not provide any specific reasons for this action, only mentioning a possible trademark, copyright, publicity right or privacy infringement related to an unidentified sale. PKNIC was not provided any further information regarding the alleged violation, nor were we afforded any opportunity to address or rectify the issue prior to the ban.

This unforeseen action by PayPal has adversely impacted our business operations. We are committed to offering our customers a seamless experience, a commitment that PayPal has been an integral part of since 2005.

We are aware of similar instances where PayPal has abruptly terminated services to other domain service providers without stating the reasons behind their actions. We request an explanation for our ban and the chance to swiftly resolve any concerns to reinstate PayPal as a payment method for our valued customers.

In the interim, we recommend utilizing alternative payment methods outlined here (hyperlink: https://pknic.net.pk/how-to-pay.html) for any transactions on our platform while we diligently work to address this matter.

We will keep our customers informed with updates on this situation as soon as we receive any further information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which domain names can I choose?

In principle, you are free to choose the domain name. However, you cannot choose names that are in use by other organizations, or names that for various reasons are prohibited or reserved for technical, ethical or national considerations. You also have a duty to ensure that your registration of a domain name does not infringe another party's right to the same name. Remember that the responsibility always rests with you. Here, you can read more about choosing a name.

How do I find out if a .pk domain name is available?

To find out if a name is available or to find out who registered a particular name, use our WHOIS Search tool which can be found on the home page of our website.

How much does a domain name cost?

For domain registrants based in Pakistan, a domain fee of Rs. 1600 per year will be charged. For domain registrant or their registrar located outside Pakistan, a fee of $15.99 per domain per year is charged. The fee is charged on a biennial basis (two-year period) and can be paid up to a maximum of ten years.

How soon can I start using my domain name?

Once the Registry System has been updated, the information in our database is shared with the Internet's zone files worldwide. This sharing process is called 'propagation', because the new information about your Domain Name spreads or propagates across the Internet. The zone files are propagated frequently, every few hours. We cannot control the rate at which the millions of servers on the Internet are updated, but generally your domain should be available to Internet users within a very short period.

Can I change the domain name?

Once a domain has been registered, its name can not be modified.

Why must I update registered data?

From time to time it is necessary to reach a contact person for the domain. This could be due to technical problems or disputes. In these situations, it is vital that the contact data is up to date. As the domain name holder, you are responsible for keeping your contact information updated.

In which cities do you have offices?

PKNIC office is located in Lahore. PKNIC has no other offices or outlets in the country. Please note that any appointed resellers or agents are independent companies with whom PKNIC has no financial ownership affiliation or partnership.

Do you provide web hosting services?

PKNIC does not provide any website or email hosting services. PKNIC is responsible for the operation of the .PK root servers and thus enabling the registered .pk domains on the internet.
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