What is a Registry, a Registrar and a Reseller?
• The Registry holds the database of domain names and operates the computers that make domain names visible on the internet. The Registry does not have direct contact with Registrants. Registrars issue domain name licenses to Registrants. They decide whether or not your domain name application meets the policy rules. Registrars have direct access to the Registry so that they can process new registrations and renewals, as well as update Registrant contact details in the database. Registrars in the .ae domain are accredited by .aeDA. Some Registrars use Resellers to provide customer sales and support. Resellers do not have direct access to the Registry, and must process registrations and renewals through their Registrar. Resellers are not accredited or licensed by .aeDA, they are appointed by the Registrar.