Once a domain name expires, what happens next depends on the actions of the domain owner and the policies of the domain registrar. Here are the typical scenarios that can occur after a domain name expires with Angkor Design:
1. Invoice Period
- Renewal Invoice Period: Registrars typically offer a 12 to 30-day period after the expiration date for domain owners to renew their domains. During this time, the website and email associated with the domain will still function. Our Angkor Design team will contact you via email, Telegram, FB Messenger, or phone call to provide the invoice.
2. Redemption Period
- Redemption Period: If the domain is not renewed during the invoice period, it may enter a redemption period (usually around 30 days) during which the domain can still be redeemed, but at a higher cost as additional fees are incurred.
3. Pending Delete
- Pending Delete: After the redemption period, the domain enters a pending delete phase (typically around 5 days), during which the domain cannot be renewed or redeemed.
Domain Availability
- Available for Registration: Once the pending delete period ends, the domain becomes available for registration by anyone on a first-come, first-served basis. At this stage, the domain may be registered by a new owner.
Registrar-Specific Policies
- It’s important to note that the specific timelines and policies for domain expiration, renewal, and release may vary between domain registrars. Some registrars may offer additional invoice periods or redemption periods, while others may have different procedures for expired domains.
Website and Email Impact
- When a domain expires and is not renewed, websites associated with the domain may become inaccessible, and email services tied to the domain may cease to function. It’s crucial to consider the impact on online presence and communication when a domain is at risk of expiration.
Renewal Reminder
- To avoid unintended expiration of a domain, it’s advisable to keep track of the domain’s expiration date and set up renewal reminders with the domain registrar.
By understanding these possible results, domain owners can take action to maintain ownership and functionality of their domain names. With Angkor Design Domain & Hosting in Cambodia, we send reminders 12 to 30 days before your domain or hosting expires, so you don’t miss it and your business can continue to grow.
