The domain expiration process overview can be confusing. In short, all domains have a lifecycle that eventually expires. Our domain lifecycle guide and tips below will help you understand all of this.
Domain Name Expiration Key Terms
Domain Ownership Period – This is when the domain name is purchased and registered to a specific user for a specific amount of time. This is typically one year, unless you choose a longer period during the registration process.
Domain Expires and Renewal Grace Period – The domain name register can renew that domain name for up to 30 days after the expiration date.
Redemption Period – The domain name is no longer under the register’s control. The original domain register can still register that domain name, however, there might be an additional cost.
Late fee Grace Period – There will be a late fee, usually $10 along with the renewal cost of that domain name.
A Full Expiration – This is when the domain name has not been re-registered and it’s released to the public. Anyone can do a search for the domain name and purchase it without any additional fees.
In conclusion, once a domain name expires, it won’t expire immediately. Once that domain expires, there is usually a one to two month period for the original domain register to renew it. If you keep our domain name expiration key terms handy, you’ll know what to do for renewing your domain names. In short, the easiest thing is to have your domain names on auto-renew. In all honesty, it will cost you money every year to renew the domain you want. To illustrate, it’s best to auto-renew and pay and keep that domain from your competition.
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