This memo provides guidance on the acceptable use and registration of internet domain names. In part, this memo provides policy guidance to help executive branch agencies understand the uses of a .gov …

A domain uniquely identifies areas on the internet, like websites or email services. For example, Digital.gov is a domain, consisting of 1) the second-level domain digital, and 2) the top-level domain …

Key points include: Place the XML sitemap at the root of your domain and any subdomains. Each subdomain needs its own file. Point to the XML sitemap from your robots.txt file. Replace any special …

This final rule provided a new policy for the .GOV domain that will be included in the Federal Management Regulation. This final rule establishes FMR part 102-173, Internet GOV Domain, and …

Sep 26, 2024 · The federal government banner identifies official federal government sites. Learn how to implement the banner on your federal government site.

This process often includes removing a site from the web, shutting down the servers that host the website, disabling domain name system (DNS) records that point to the website, and redirecting to a …

Use a government domain name Use a .gov or .mil domain name for official communication. Only use third-party services for official communications when necessary to effectively interact with the public, …

Dec 20, 2024 · Best practices can help jumpstart digital service delivery efforts. Agencies and teams across the federal government frequently share resources, case studies, and learnings that other …

Key points include: Place a robots.txt file at the root of your domain and any subdomains. Each subdomain needs its own file. Pay attention to casing. The robots.txt protocol is case-sensitive. Be …

United States Government Works (USGWs) include any text, image, dataset, audio or video clip prepared by a federal employee, while on government time. They are free of copyright in the United …