- The Redemption Period: Rescuing a Domain After Expiry
Aug 21, 2026
A clear guide to the 30 day redemption period that follows domain deletion. Learn who can restore a deleted domain, what the typical $80-200 restore fee covers, how the restore process works through your registrar, and what happens once the window closes for good.
- Deleted vs Dropped vs Expired: What Each Status Means
Aug 14, 2026
Expired, deleted and dropped describe three different points in the domain lifecycle, with different rules for owners and buyers. This guide defines each status precisely, maps the WHOIS clues that reveal them, and explains exactly when a dying name becomes available to register.
- What Happens When a Domain Expires? The Complete Timeline
Aug 7, 2026
The complete 65-80 day timeline from missed renewal to public drop: the registrar grace period, the 30-day redemption window and its $80-200 restore fees, the five days of pending delete nothing can stop, and the daily 2pm Eastern drop race. Plus how .ai, .io, .uk and .de all break the standard rules.