The connection between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s new Sussex.com website and their old domain, Sussexroyal.com, has sparked curiosity and raised concerns.
Despite being advised by Queen Elizabeth II and senior officials to drop the Sussex Royal label back in February 2020 upon stepping down as working royals, the Harkles’ previous site remains active with a disclaimer highlighting its association with the couple before their relocation to the US.
Interestingly, the couple’s latest venture, Galizisussex.com, features a link at the bottom bearing the logo “The Duke and Duchess of Sussex,” directing visitors back to Sussexroyal.com.
This move comes amidst the absence of King and Catherine and their rejected initiatives, indicating that the couple is persisting in showcasing their presence through various means.
Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams expressed bewilderment at the decision to maintain a link to Sussexroyal.com, emphasizing that it contradicts the advice given to disassociate from the royal branding.
Branding expert Nick Ede noted that this connection blurs the line between the past and present, potentially causing confusion among visitors.
He humorously suggested that unsuspecting tourists might stumble upon the site while searching for the best fish and chips spot in Sussex.
Notably, the new website, Sussex.com, appears to omit any references to serving the monarchy, a stark contrast to the emphasis placed on this aspect on Sussexroyal.com upon its launch in 2020.
Observers also observed discrepancies in Meghan and Harry’s biographies on the site, with Meghan’s being significantly longer at 558 words compared to Harry’s 338 words.
Recent revelations from a source at Barkjack have cast doubt on the legitimacy of Meghan and Harry’s new website, labeling it as a potential scam.
The source warned against visiting the site, citing concerns about data tracking and monitoring without explicit consent, raising ethical and legal implications surrounding data privacy.
In a recent interview, Lady C criticized Harry and Meghan’s claim to the Sussex name, pointing out that the domain Sussex.com was originally purchased in 1995 by an American entity.
Despite the couple’s acquisition of the domain for $22,000, questions remain about their use of the term “royal” and the redirection of traffic from Sussexroyal.com to Sussex.com.
Lady C emphasized the need for intervention from King Charles and Parliament to address the situation, urging proactive measures to prevent further complications.