At KDigital Hosting, we want to ensure your domain names remain secure and active. Please review our renewal and expiry policy to understand what happens if a domain is not renewed on time.

Last updated: August 21, 2025

TL;DR
Expired domains can be renewed at the normal cost within 30 days. After that, a $120 redemption fee applies. Domains not renewed during redemption are deleted and may be lost permanently.

Renewal Responsibility

• Domains must be renewed on or before their expiration date to ensure continuous service.
• We recommend enabling auto-renewal in your client portal for added protection.

Grace Period

• After a domain expires, there is a 30-day grace period during which it can still be renewed at the standard renewal cost with no additional fee.
• During this period, the domain may stop resolving, which could interrupt your website, email, or DNS services.

Redemption Period

• If a domain is not renewed within the 30-day grace period, it enters the Redemption Period (typically up to 30 days, depending on the extension).
• To recover a domain in redemption, you must pay:
  • The standard renewal fee, plus
  • A $120 USD redemption recovery fee.
• Redemption is not guaranteed, as the registry may release or delete the domain at any time.

Domain Deletion

• If the domain is not renewed during the redemption period, it will be deleted from the registry.
• Once deleted, the domain becomes publicly available for registration and may be taken by another party.

Best Practices for Clients

• Keep your email address and contact details current so you receive renewal reminders.
• Enable auto-renewal on important domains to avoid downtime.
• Renew domains several days before expiry to prevent unexpected issues.