Do I need to file for a foreign domain name?Whether a foreign domain name needs to be filed depends on the actual situation. In the Internet era, domain name, as one of the most important logos, has become an important part of business and personal activities in the online world. Let's talk about the specific situation of whether to file for foreign domain names.
To be clear, the ICP filing system is a domestic requirement in China. However, not all domain names need to go through the ICP filing procedures, as detailed below.
If you register a foreign domain name but do not use it temporarily, or as an investment reserve, you do not need to file for the record
If you register a foreign domain name and bind it to a foreign server, you do not need to apply for an ICP filing
To register a foreign domain name and bind it to a domestic server, you must apply for an ICP filing.
It should be noted that the domain name ICP filing in China requires a domain name that has been approved by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People's Republic of China.
Therefore, whether a foreign domain name needs to be ICP filed depends on the specific domain name extension, purpose, and space server used. If you are unsure whether you need to file an ICP filing, you can consult the space server provider.