What does redemption mean?

**Recovering a Domain in Redemption**

If a domain is not renewed within 30 days of its expiration date, it is removed from the central registry (managed by VeriSign for .com, .net, and .org domains) and enters a 30-day Redemption Grace Period. During this time, the domain is no longer active and is at risk of being permanently deleted.

However, domains in this state can still be recovered — but it requires a special restoration process.

**How to Recover a Domain in Redemption**

Registrars are allowed to restore domains during the Redemption period for a recovery fee. This service is typically used as a last-resort option if a domain was not renewed before the standard expiration grace period ended.

Redemption Recovery Fee: $250

Plus Renewal: Add the cost of a the domain renewal term ($24.95/year you can add between 1-5 years)

Processing Time: Up to 3 business days

👉 Recover My Domain (Redemption Retrieval Form)

Once the payment is processed, your domain will be restored and reactivated within approximately 72 hours.


The image below explains the domain life cycle

Updated on: 04/07/2025