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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement
by Timothy Hemenway Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Is there a detailed plan on how the funds raised by all of the price increases will be used and monitored? I am against this change unless there is a publicly published plan and public accountability for how the funds are used. This should be treated much like many of the utility surcharges are collected and used for future energy projects, open and transparent plan. <http://www.gocreativelighting.com/> Timothy Hemenway COO / Project Development 503-820-4131 <tel:5038204131> WWW.GOCREATIVELIGHTING.COM <http://www.gocreativelighting.com/> 17700 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd. Suite 140 // Portland, OR 97224 <https://goo.gl/maps/CnKhCYVCsjE2> OR CCB 202492 // WA L&I 603-411-400

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] ICANN changes in secret
by Ryan Sellers Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Hey ICANN! This is disgusting what’s going on here. ICANN made these changes in secret, without consulting or incorporating feedback from the ICANN community or Internet users. Although ICANN has a history of making similar deals behind closed doors, and also of ignoring unified opposition against such action, we are focused on leading the fight against price increases that will harm our customers (and the Internet as a whole). Regards, R. A. Sellers

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] No to price increases!
by Raivis Booker Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Hello, There should be price caps for domains; you, as a monopoly, cannot decide to just increase prices. It’s going to have a terrible effect on the Internet as a whole, reducing the number of new domains for you, too. Don’t do this!

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Objection to the .Com Price Increase
by Akin Visionier Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

As a website owner and Internet user, I strongly object to the proposed increase of prices of .Com domains by Verisign. Over the next decade, the use of the Internet, expecially in developing countries, is expected to triple which will result in tremendous development in economic, educational, health, security and sectors of society. Hence, a price increase in domain names and other Internet services would mitigate development of developing countries. Please, review this agreement and let .Com domain prices remain stable, if not reduced. Thanks for your consideration.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement
by Jeff Patten Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

I'm a small business owner and contrary to popular belief, I'm not loaded with money and need to control my costs where ever possible. I understand that there is an amendment to increase our rates, possibly every year over the next ten years. This is not acceptable when we're doing everything possible to just keep the doors open. I haven't heard any reason for why the increases are necessary but would like an explanation for this action. I ask that you please reconsider rate increases on small business domains. Sincerely, Jeff Patten 109 S. Minnesota Ave. Okabena, MN 56161 Ph: 507-853-4742 Cell: 605-254-5913 Fax: 507-853-4722 Confidentiality Notice: The information contained in this e-mail message, including any attachments, is for use by the intended recipient(s) only and contains information that may be legally privileged, confidential, trade secret, proprietary in nature or copyrighted under applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient(s), you are hereby formally notified that any use, disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action in reliance on the contents of this e-mail transmission, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited. This e-mail transmission does not constitute a consent to the use of sender's contact information for direct marketing purposes or for transfers of data to third parties. If you are not the intended recipient(s), please promptly notify the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Feedback on Amendments
by Alexey Novopashin Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Greetings, I am, as the owner of some “.com” websites, want to vote against such amends. Right know price for .com domains is adequate; further increase isn’t appropriate. Best regards, Alexey Novopashin

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Stop Raising the domain registration fees
by Jerrold Gibson Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

There is no need to raise .com registration fees. You have plenty money as it is just use it more efficiently and stop trying to line your pockets. And when you do backroom deals that is code we're doing some shady business that we don't want anyone to know about. Be transparent, Be trustworthy, Be Moral. Jerrold Gibson

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] No to removal of price cap on .COM and other gTLDs
by Ebenezer Dare Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

ICANN is supposed to be seen protecting the interest of the consumer and not conniving with her partners to give consumers a tough life. ICANN, please maintain your integrity and serve your purpose. We say no to removal of price cap on .COM We say no to removal of price cap on .ORG We say no to removal of price cap on .INFO We say no to removal of price cap on .BIZ We say no to removal of price cap on all TLDs We say no to the sales of PIR to Ethos Capital by Internet Society. Thank you and best regards, Ebenezer Dare

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Stop Verisign deal
by Cady Wachsman Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Hello, The recent closed door decision to let Verisign increase .com prices (in exchange for funding of ICAAN) seems extremely unethical. I firmly disagree with this proposal. Please reconsider. Thank you, Cady ...sent from my black mirror

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] New .com contract
by Jessie Brown Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Lack of openness and transparency and accountability in the new contract is very disappointing. Also the ability to raise prices without accountability or appropriate restriction will cause negative changes in long term damage to the internet as we know it. Please don't! Jessie

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] STOP IT
by Nour Alkurdi Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

I am a registrant of a .com domain name. I am against the proposed price increase to .COM domains. No one other than Verisign want increases in .COM prices. The current rate of $7.85 is already far more than justified. Verisign is merely your manager of the .COM Registry – it has no business dictating the price. ICANN is supposed to govern the domain name system in the public interest. Shame on you!!! NOUR EDDIN ALKURDI EGYPT

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Price increase for the .com domains
by Alexey Rechkunov Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Hello, As a domain owner, I'm concerned with this initiative as it will lead to the steep price increase for the .com domains. I'd like to keep the pricing undisrupted. Thank you. -- Alexéy Rechkunóv (347) 320-3488

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Higher barrier to entry is bad for the internet
by Rich Paul Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

I admit the price of domain names has remained relatively cheap since they were opened up to individuals many years ago. However, I believe that increasing the price of domain names makes the barrier to entry too high and cause harm to the internet as a whole over the next 10 years. With more people turning to “free” services instead of creating their own Web presence, they will be more beholden to the interests of the companies who build these networks on top of the Web. This will continue to give more power to companies who will increasingly dictate what is shared and with whom. Please keep domains affordable for all so the Web itself can continue to flourish. Rich Paul

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] ICANN's domain name system initiatives
by Cliff Keith Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

ICANN, I am strongly against the new ICANN's domain name system initiatives. If you continue with the exobanent increase in costs as indicted in what ICANN is planning to do over the next 10 year. I will be forced to not renew my current 100+ domains. IMHO these types of economical moves will lead to a worldwide depression. Then you'll have nothing. Respectfully submitted, Cliff Keith CliffKeith1(a)Gmail.com

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Stop .com domain price increases
by Gaurav Hirlekar Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

To whomsoever it may concern, Please reconsider the recent amendment allowing Verisign to charge more for wholesale domain registration. .com domains are extremely valuable for individuals and companies as an outlet for displaying their views online and by increasing the price of access, ICANN will be directly responsible for reducing access to free and unrestricted speed online. This goes against the original tenets of the Internet and will help usher in a more centralized and non-diverse internet different from the one we all have benefited from for the past few decades. I strongly urge you to reconsider your part in this undesirable change by passing this recent amendment and hope you will work to swiftly revert the decision. Warm regards, Gaurav Hirlekar

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] (no subject)
by Samson Amaugo Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

I am Samson, a student from Nigeria.. having the .com extension to my site at. Cheaper rate has helped me sustain the renewal of my site for two years now.. I plead that let the decision to increase the price be rescinded to help lots of people using it including me.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] The .COM Price Increase Is Incredulous
by Fred Hubert Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

I can't believe this is legal. I'll ask my senators and congressmen to investigate these shenanigans. Fred

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] (no subject)
by Manning, Prof. Christel J. Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

To whom it may concern, I control domain name price controls. I chair the Economic & Community Development group of our local neighborhood association in Fair Haven, CT. We are an all volunteer group that organizes neighborhood festivals, community dining out nights, and parks cleanups. We went with Namecheap for our website because it's affordable. There are many little groups like us. Please don't make any changes. Thank you. Christel Manning, PhD Professor Dept. of Philosophy & Religious Studies Sacred Heart University 5151 Park Avenue Fairfield, CT 06825 Phone: (203) 371-7733 Email: manningc(a)sacredheart.edu<mailto:manningc@sacredheart.edu> Web: https://www.sacredheart.edu/academics/collegeofartssciences/academicprogram… Recent publications: Facing Death Without Religion - Harvard Divinity Bulletin<https://bulletin.hds.harvard.edu/facing-death-without-religion/> "Meaning Making Narratives among Non-religious Individuals," in New Dimensions in Spirituality, Religion, and Aging https://www.routledge.com/New-Dimensions-in-Spirituality-Religion-and-Aging… Organized Secularism in the United States (https://www.degruyter.com/view/product/466728) Losing our Religion (https://nyupress.org/books/9781479883202/)

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Stewardship and Small Businesses - Opposed to Amendment 3
by shamwhit Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Dear ICANN Team, Greetings: I wish to submit an objection to the proposed Amendment 3. It is not clear to me why Verisign should be allowed a monopoly on the most important TLD in the internet, and why ICANN, as steward, should be removing a price cap that protects small business owners and individuals, both Domestically and Internationally. Please reconsider this decision in light of the more erudite commentary submitted by my fellow internet users. Sincerely, Internet User and Tax-Paying American Who Deserves Your Stewardship

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] ICANN Amendment 3
by Katherine McKinney Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Price increases on .com domains will hurt small businesses like mine who are struggling as it is to keep our doors open and employees paid. Don’t do it! Katherine McKinney Editor, Dixie County Advocate

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Feedback
by Shawn Goertzen Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

I am writing to ask that you please limit the cost of .com domains. Keeping domains low cost allows individuals like myself to own and operate different websites. If you continue to let prices climb all domains will just be limited to companies, as they will be the only ones who can afford them. Thank you, Shawn

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Please don't make .com more expensive!
by Javad Malaquti Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Hi, hereby I object to your decision to make .com names more expensive. It's really shocking, instead of making it easier and more available to the public, you'll make it more exclusive. This decision doesn't comply with the "free" nature of the internet. I'll hope you reconsider your decision! Greetings -- Javad Malaquti

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] I am against the raising of .com pricing.
by Jason Thuli Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Stop the amendment
by Rahul M Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

So many of us are small family businesses that depend on every cent. Do not make changes to the contract which will only increase .com prices. The only ones that will suffer are those that aren’t big corporations, but rather small businesses. Sincerely Rahul

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Closed door meetings and increase in .com pricing
by Matt Seigel Feb. 11, 2020

Feb. 11, 2020

Please stop having closed door meetings without input from major players. Also, I oppose the new VeriSign deal which in effect means .com pricing can go up by 70% over the next few years.

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