09-13-2006, 05:56 AM
-thoma- Wrote:Hold on. After my domain expires, can I buy the domain somewhere else? Like not transfer it but re-new it through a go-daddy account or something? It was my only choice because I didn't have a credit card then to pay.
This is how it works. Generally, 60 to 30 days prior to expiry of the domain name your service provider will send you a renewal notice. If you do not renew in this period, then most providers still hold on to it for periods ranging from 15 to 45 days. During this time it can still be renewed at the normal price. I do believe that most providers then put the domain name into a redemption database for 30 days. During this phase renewal is more complicated and far more expensive. Note: this practice was very wide spread but I dont think it is any more. A 5-day delete cycle ensues after which it becomes open to the world again for renewal.
I suggest renewing it and transferring it to a new registrar. If the domain has been paid for, no one can stop you from transferring your domain at any time.