AALCO-HKRAC Domain Name Dispute Resolution Services

Streamlined Case Filing Process

Your Trusted Partner for Resolving .hk and .香港 Domain Disputes

Resolve disputes efficiently in

  1. Submit Your Case
    • Email Submission: Download and email completed forms (coming soon) to [email protected]:
      • Complaint Form (Word) / Complaint Form (PDF)
      • Response Form (Word) / Response Form (PDF)
  2. Pay Filing Fees
    • Transparent fees tailored to case complexity. Review our fee schedule for details.
  3. Commence Proceedings
    • Our professional case team confirms receipt and initiates arbitration swiftly. Most cases conclude in under 60 days, ensuring fast-track resolutions.

About Our Services

AALCO-HKRAC is honored to be appointed by the Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation (HKIRC) as an official provider for .hk and .香港 domain disputes. Our arbitration process delivers final, binding outcomes under the Arbitration Ordinance (Cap. 609), prioritising fairness, speed, and compliance with international standards.

  • Governed by Robust Frameworks:

    • Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy for .hk and .香港
    • HKIRC Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy Rules of Procedure
    • AALCO-HKRAC Supplemental Rules

  • Understanding .hk Domain Disputes

    Disputes typically involve conflicts between trademark holders and domain registrants. To succeed, complainants must prove:

    • Valid Trademark Rights: Ownership of a legally recognized trademark.
    • Identical or Confusing Similarity: The domain mirrors or misleads consumers by resembling the trademark.
    • Bad-Faith Registration/Use: Evidence of cybersquatting, profiteering, or malicious intent.

  • Why Protect Your .hk Domain?

    • Hong Kong’s Digital Gateway: A .hk domain establishes credibility in Asia’s premier business hub, bridging global opportunities.
    • Safeguard Intellectual Property: Protect trademarks, branding, and digital assets from infringement.
    • Mitigate Growing Risks: WIPO reports thousands of annual cases of domain misuse; proactive monitoring is critical.
    • Fast-Track Solutions: Resolve disputes efficiently through AALCO-HKRAC’s specialized arbitration process.

  • Proactive Monitoring Tip:

    • Use professional domain monitoring services to detect infringing registrations early and act swiftly.