Expiring domains
Grace periods, redemption, drop catching and backorders.
- Domain Backorder: How It Works and When It Pays Off
A domain backorder tries to register a name the moment it drops. How backorders work, what they cost, why several can compete, and when one is worth placing.
- Domain Drop Catching: How Expired Names Are Grabbed
Domain drop catching means registering a deleted name in the first seconds after release. How catchers win the race, what they charge, and when DIY still works.
- Expired Domains: Timeline, Recovery and Buying Them
Expired domains pass through up to 45 days of grace, 30 days of redemption and 5 days of pending delete before they drop. What that means for owners and buyers.
- When Does a Domain Become Available? Day-by-Day Timeline
When does a domain become available after expiry? For a .com usually 35 to 80 days later. Day-by-day timeline, status codes, and how .de and .eu differ.