ICANN Bylaws

The ICANN Bylaws are the internal rules set forth for ICANN by the ICANN Board.

The Bylaws in full can be found here. A summary of each section is as follows:

Article 1. Mission and Core Values

• 1.1 Mission

To coordinate the global Internet's system of identifiers (domain names/DNS, IP Addresses, AS numbers, and protocol port and parameter numbers), and ensure that the system is stable and secure.

• 1.2 Core Values

Article 2. Powers

• 2.1 General Powers

The Board shall either exercise or observe the exercising of ICANN's powers. It acts with a majority vote.

• 2.2 Restrictions

ICANN is not a domain name registry, registrar, or IP address registry.

• 2.3 Non-Discriminatory Treatment

ICANN shall not discriminate against any party.

Article 3. Transparency

• 3.1 Purpose

ICANN and its constituent bodies shall act in an open, transparent, and fair manner.

• 3.2 Website

ICANN shall maintain a publicly accessible website

• 3.3 Manager of Public Information

There shall be a staff position titled Manager of Public Information, whose duty it is to coordinate the various aspects of public participation, under direction of the President.

• 3.4 Meeting Notices and Agendas

At least seven days prior to a Board Meeting, notice of the meeting and its agenda must be posted.