What Happens If Your Domain Expires?

By Steve / Tuesday, September 2, 2025 | 1 min

What Happens If Your Domain Expires?

Forgetting to renew your domain can mean lost emails, a down website, and even losing your name permanently. Here’s what happens when a domain expires and how to protect yourself.

1. Grace Period

Most domains enter a short grace period after expiry (often 30 days). During this time, you can renew without penalty.

2. Redemption Period

If you don’t renew, the domain may enter a redemption period. This usually lasts 30 days but comes with extra recovery fees.

3. Pending Delete

After redemption, domains move into a pending delete state. Once released, anyone can register it — including competitors.

4. Risks of Expiry

  • Website and email stop working immediately.
  • Your SEO rankings can drop quickly.
  • You may lose the domain forever.

Next Steps

Don’t take the risk — enable domain auto-renewal today and avoid losing your online identity.

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