In order to better protect internet users against malware and phishing, SWITCH (the official Registry for .ch and .li domains) has introduced deferred delegation for new .CH and .LI registrations from December 2, 2021.
If SWITCH suspects that a registration is fraudulent, the domain name will be assigned, but SWITCH will prevent it from being added to the zone file and will request that the holder prove their identity within 30 days. SWITCH will contact the registrant directly by email and request they send proof of their identity (e.g. copy of passport).
If they do not do so, SWITCH will revoke the assigned domain name. No refunds are given for revoked domains.
The domain name remains locked during the duration of the identification request, and can be neither changed nor deleted.
