Telegram's t.me Links Are Dead After .me Registry Lockdown
Telegram's t.me domain has been placed on serverHold by the .me registry, effectively disabling global access to t.me links. The move has rendered all t.me links inaccessible, disrupting the platform's core functionality.
Users are split on the implications of the .me registry's action. Darkassassin07 argues that the move has globally disabled t.me links, while mercano notes that .me is often used for its English meaning rather than its country's name. Others highlight the cost-effectiveness of ccTLDs, with Darkassassin07 adding that many ccTLDs are used outside their countries for this reason. Turdas humorously points out that .pw stands for 'Professional Web™!', showcasing the playful use of ccTLDs.
The community consensus is that the .me registry's action has crippled Telegram's t.me domain, with sharp criticism of the move. However, there is also acknowledgment of the broader trend of ccTLDs being used for purposes unrelated to their country of origin, reflecting both practicality and creativity in domain selection.
Key Points
#1Telegram's t.me domain has been placed on serverHold by the .me registry, making all t.me links inaccessible.
Darkassassin07 reported the move as a critical disruption to Telegram's core functionality.
#2The .me domain is often used for its English meaning rather than its country's name.
mercano highlighted the common practice of using .me for its English interpretation.
#3Many ccTLDs are used outside their countries due to their cost-effectiveness.
Darkassassin07 noted that this is a widespread trend among ccTLDs.
#4ccTLDs are sometimes used for playful or humorous purposes.
turdas humorously pointed out that .pw stands for 'Professional Web™!'
Source Discussions (3)
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