The .gov Domain Registration Help Desk is open on U.S. Government working days from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.

All DNS changes must be submitted by 4 PM in order to be propagated that day. If you have emergencies and need changes later in the day or on weekends, please call the helpdesk at 877-734-4688 before 4 PM on M-F to request extra service.

Self-help answers to domain configuration problems are now reported in online Troubleshooting Tools found next to your domain names.

The answers to many administrative questions can be found on the frequently asked questions (FAQ) page.