123-reg expired domains

fwor
fwor Posts: 6,858 Forumite
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Does anyone know how long an expired and unrenewed domain stays in "Renewal required" state with 123-reg before it becomes available to new registrants?

I've been keeping an eye on one, expecting that at one month or perhaps 30 days it would become available, but it is now several days past that and it's still showing as unavailable and "This registration has been suspended".

I did look at all of the 123-reg FAQs that might be relevant, but none seem to answer this...

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  • RobTang
    RobTang Posts: 1,064 Forumite
    It depends on the domain name. Each registry has different rules about how long it stays in grace + redemption. ICANN does stipulate certain min times but im not 100% what they are.

    Really ... 60 days minimum and 90 days would be more normal. (from the time the payment was due)
  • fwor
    fwor Posts: 6,858 Forumite
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    Ok - much longer than I thought. It's a .co.uk domain. I'll take a look on ICANN's website later and see if I can find anything specific. Hope it's not 90 days though!
  • steve1980
    steve1980 Posts: 2,334 Forumite
    Are you trying to buy it back through another host?

    With a .co.uk it's easier just to transfer it over to whoever you want.

    Although you should be VERY careful as bots will automaticially buy the expired doman about 1 second after it becomes available then hold you to ransom!
    Estate Agent, Web Designer & All Round Geek!
  • webfusion
    webfusion Posts: 1 Newbie
    edited 26 July 2011 at 7:19PM
    Hi

    I work on behalf of 123-reg.

    If it is a .co.uk domain then it will be available on the open market 90 days after the expiry date.

    Thanks for the feedback , we now have a support site article to cover this topic.

    How long do i need to wait until a expired uk domain will be available for purchase?

    Regards,

    Ricky
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