What is Domain Redemption?

It is important to renew your domain before it expires.  Closed Redemption is a state that a domain enters once it has expired and gone through the Deletion Phase.

The process is as follows:

1. The domain will expire.
2. The domain will go through the Pending Suspension and Pending Deletion Phases.
3. After the Pending Deletion phase is over, the domain enters the Closed Redemption Phase.
4. In the Closed Redemption Phase, a domain can be reinstated for a fee.

Redemption Fees vary depending on the registry used. They can be as low as $100 and more than $500!

Therefore it is very important to renew your domain names on time!

5. Closed Redemption Phase lasts 30 to 80 days, depending on the Registry.

    After this period the domain will become available to the public (anyone) for re-registration.

Note: While a domain name is in the redemption phase, it cannot be transferred or deleted