- comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20@icann.org

[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] I Do Not Support ICANN Price Increase!
by Dana Scranton Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

To Whom It May Concern: I do not support the massive fee increase ICANN is planning. This has the same greedy overtones to it as the recent SSL certificate SCAM proliferated across the industry by Google’s “not secure” warning for websites. If ICANN proceeds with this unprecedented fee hike, I and other website owners will undoubtedly rally to create alternatives to ICANN: the technology exists, as does the momentum of millions of website owners. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Dana Scranton

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Proposed Amendment
by Amanda Schloss Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Hello, I'm writing to protest Verisign's proposed amendment to increase .com domain prices. I run a small community writing website funded entirely by user donations and my own expense, and any domain name price increase would be significant, much less a full 30%. I understand the necessity of charging to maintain infrastructure and services, but Verisign is already making a comfortable margin above their costs, and the hikes appear motivated by nothing but greed. Please help stop them passing these unnecessary costs on to web hosts. Thank you, Amanda glowfic.com

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Changes
by Francisco Barcena Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

I think the changes are bad and don't want .com domain prices to increase

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] (no subject)
by Kazuki Ozone Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

To those who it may concern, I oppose to the raising of .com prices. This decision makes the internet less accessible. Please reconsider the negative affect it may bring to the community such as hosts of .com pages and the viewers of the pages. Best, Kazuki Ozone Tokyo, Japan

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement
by Steve (NC＠MM) Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

I am a registrant of a .com domain name. I am against the proposed price increase to .COM domains. Verisign is the manager of the .COM Registry, and has no business dictating the price. ICANN is supposed to govern the domain name system in the public interest. — Steve Dawards

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement
by Scott Benson Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

I oppose this. Changes should be made with input from appropriate parties in public. Best, Scott

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Oppose changes to .com agreement
by Cameron Lakenen Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Leave price increases out
by Verdekal Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Hello friends, We all want a great deal, and the wonderful thing about tech, is that the cost of it goes down continually due to increases in efficiencies. That’s why I was surprised to hear of increases to registering URLs. Wouldn’t the increase cause a greater efficiency and merit a price decrease per URL? That is why urge you to reconsider a price increase. Thank you! CAUTION - This message may contain privileged and confidential information intended only for the use of the addressee named above. If you are not the intended recipient of this message you are hereby notified that any use, dissemination, distribution or reproduction of this message is prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Please don't rise .COM price
by Puti Aulia Rahma Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Please don't rise. COM price. Salam, drg. Puti Aulia Rahma, MPH, CFE | 0813 293 58583

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] No increase on .com prices
by Erin Marshall Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

It is difficult enough to run a small business without having to deal with these increases! 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. Erin Marshall, Nashville, TN -- Erin Marshall Creativity. Integrity. Curiosity. Collaboration.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Regarding .com domain price hike
by Deepak K Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

This is totally wrong you have to low down the price. I am totally disagree with this.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Increase in fees over the next 5 years
by Hendriksen, Mike Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Hello, I am he manager of multiple domains. This increase seems to be more than might possibly be needed. Since it was requested there has not been any indication given for the use of the increased funds this concerns me greatly. At the very least the entity collecting the funds should provide some kind of indication regarding the anticipated need for more funds, where the funds would go, and why the increases are needed. Simply adding to the bottom line with no indication that a specific need is there or where the additional funding will go is not acceptable to me. Thank you for giving me a change to make my voice be heard. Thank you, Mike Hendriksen, IT Manaager Hughes Network Systems American Fork Office 801-772-5419 Office 801-376-2531 Cell/Text

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Changes to .com domain pricing
by Michael Miller Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Like many small businesses, I watch my cost closely. This unexpected change was not budgeted and will add to the burden of me and other small business people. Please hold prices level. Best regards, Mike MIller elifeagent.com 423-512-1245 Sent from my iPhone

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] (no subject)
by Mason Lawlor Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Hello ICANN, I don't support the recent changes made on .COMs that could cause a price increase. Please kindly reconsider. Thank you, Mason Lawlor

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] ,com proceedings
by Sally Haynes Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

I am a registrant for a .com site and an .org site. I question both the process of consideration and the intent of increasing .com registry pricing. First, the process is too closed - not transparent.Second, why is an increase necessary? For what use are funds needed? I see no point in increasing ICANN and Verisign funding without a pressing need Sarah (Sally) Haynes

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] (no subject)
by oscar ezeasor Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Please we are against the increase in the price of .COM domain, it makes things difficult for the regular people and affect the ease access to .com domains by young entrepreneurs, starving the online community and internet users. We believe the internet should be easily accessible by all and at very affordable prices.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Comments on proposed amendment No. 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement (Amendment 3)
by Ivor Marks Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Hello, As a .COM owner and Internet user, I oppose Amendment 3 as: 1. The cost increase is substantial 2. Competition in the market place will drastically reduce as smaller .COM registrars will be unable to compete against a single larger competitor 3. The cost increase will affect small and medium businesses in both the developing and developed world 4. The agreement is being made by parties without input from the larger Internet community, who are the largest users and benefactors of the Internet Thank you for the opportunity to voice our concerns and comments. Sincerely, I. Marks

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Do not pass this
by Sebastian Olsen Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

I oppose this decision as it seems to only benefit people who already have a lot of money. You already got rid of the price cap on .org domains. The internet is supposed to be a place of diversity and freedom. Stop trying to put a price tag on it.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Icann price increases
by P Lewis Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Hello, I’m reading that there are proposed rather large price increases coming for your services. What is causing this and why? Where is the money going to and why? Are we the consumer going to get that much more for our money for your services? Please respond.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] No Options to Increase Domain Registrations
by Musab Bari Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement
by Russell Poucher Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

I am opposed to the price increases for Verisign, as well as any behind the scenes price fixing. This is against our national charter. - Russell [photo] Russell Poucher President/CEO, Creative Resources Technology Group 714-881-8000 ext 1102<tel:714-881-8000%20ext%201102> | www.creativeresources.net<tel:www.creativeresources.net> Schedule a call: https://www.scheduleyou.in/Xvszp54Wr<http://schedule%20a%20call:%20https/www.scheduleyou.in/Xvszp54Wr> Apple Certified Engineer | ACSA • ACTC • ACSP [signature_344848675]<http://consultants.apple.com/us/505043> [signature_1678155727]<http://www.facebook.com/CRTechGroup/> [signature_862650834]<http://www.linkedin.com/in/russellpoucher/> [signature_1706424476]<http://twitter.com/crtechgroup> [signature_2015060032]<http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCChLbI3s7dgJS3ghpKIjyg> [signature_735875052]<http://www.google.com/maps/place/3555+Harbor+Gateway+S,+Costa+Mesa,+CA+9262…>

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement
by William Sanders Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Hi - I’m writing because I’ve been notified through 3rd party about sudden changes with domains. Changes that could drastically impact the overall price and accessibility of domains like .com (which I am a part of) and make up over 40% of all domains available. I’m not sure WHY something like this is being considered without first consulting the online community and public as a whole…(wait, yes I do.) To make MONEY! But it seems underhanded, crafty and greedy. If anything can be said to prevent this from happening instantly without notice let me know. I’m writing to prevent it. The internet has always been an avenue for distributing information “freely” and it seems every time this idea is forgotten then someone, somewhere, somehow finds a jolly idea to overthrow it for their own good. This can range from small businesses, researchers, teachers, students to large industries. Let’s put a stop to this frivolous action. And wayward spending on things that don’t actually add to the functionality and structure of the web and domain itself. Send us a survey or way to reply before shoving it down our throats, PLEASE! Yours for now and (maybe) for many years to come. William

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Do Not Raise Prices
by Shale Design Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Please do not raise the prices for .com domains. They are reasonably priced and the proposed changes would make things difficult for small businesses. Thank you for your consideration, Stephen H.

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement
by Peter Baynes Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

To Whom it May Concern, I strongly oppose the proposed increase to .COM registrations for the following reasons: 1. I am a registrant of a .com domain name. 2. I am against the proposed price increase to .COM domains. 3. No one other than Verisign want increases in .COM prices. 4. The current rate of $7.85 is already far more than justified. 5. Verisign is merely your manager of the .COM Registry - it has no business dictating the price. 6. ICANN is supposed to govern the domain name system in the public interest. Sincerely, Peter Baynes Christiansburg, VA

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[Comments-com-amendment-3-03jan20] Opposing the Proposed Amendment 3 to the .COM Registry Agreement
by Cabramada Feb. 10, 2020

Feb. 10, 2020

Dear ICANN, As a small business I strongly oppose the recent contract changes between ICANN and Verisign which may result in an increase of more than 70% of wholesale domain prices in the next 10 years negatively impacting many businesses by adding cost to what is already a costly endeavor to maintain website and domains. My objection is based on the following: 1. Price Increases Verisign will be allowed to increase the wholesale price to registrars for .COM domains by 7% each year in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. After a two year “freeze”, Verisign can increase prices by 7% annually during 2026-2029, then another two year “freeze”. This cycle will continue, meaning that within 10 years, .COM domains could cost approximately 70% more than the current wholesale price of $7.85 — and the sky is the limit. It is not clear how much of these price increases registrars will pass along to consumers, but it is likely that most of these increases will be paid by domain name registrants. The contract does allow for other price increases for certain extraordinary situations, so it is possible prices could increase more than anticipated. 2. ICANN Will Receive an Extra $20 Million With the contract changes, Verisign agreed to pay ICANN an additional $20 million dollars over five years to support ICANN’s initiatives regarding the security and stability of the domain name system. There is no explanation why Verisign did this, how ICANN will spend the money, or who will ensure that the funds are properly spent. 3. Verisign Can Operate as a Domain Registrar ICANN also had rules that the operator of a TLD could not operate a domain name registrar. Although in 2012 ICANN allowed operators of new gTLDs to have domain name registrars, it did not apply to Verisign. The new contract will allow Verisign to operate its own registrar, except for selling .COM domain names itself. To circumvent this, it is also possible that Verisign could act as a reseller of .COM domains, through another registrar. This result is that the company that controls almost 80% of the registrar pricing for domain names will compete directly with all domain registrars, maximizing its control of domain name pricing to the detriment of other competing registrars. While this might result in lower prices to consumers, fewer registrars will harm competition, choice, and domain name services. Verisign’s registrar could also use its dominant position to charge higher prices to consumers, while at the same time raising registrar prices. 4. ICANN Ignored Previous Comments As detailed on Standing Up to ICANN to Keep Domain Prices in Check and pricecaps.org, over 3,500 comments were submitted in support of price controls for the .ORG, .INFO, and .BIZ TLDs. Only six comments supported removing price controls. ICANN discounted the comments that were in favor of maintaining price caps. A number of the comments were submitted using an online tool, which caused the comments to be discounted as “spam” by the ICANN Ombudsman. ICANN removed the price caps, primarily relying upon a biased preliminary analysis from 2009 by an economics professor that did not reference any data. Danny Myint www.cabramada.com

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