Domain Renewal Unavailable: What It Means and What You Can Do
If you're seeing a message on Regery stating that your domain is in a critical phase of its lifecycle, it means that standard renewal processes are temporarily disabled. This usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
1. Domain Expiration
Your domain may have expired and entered one of the following stages:
Grace Period: A short window after expiration when the domain can still be renewed at the regular price.
Redemption Period: A longer recovery phase requiring an additional restoration fee.
2. TLD-Specific Policies
Some top-level domains (TLDs), especially country-code TLDs, have unique renewal rules. For example:
They may require early renewal several days before expiration.
Failure to comply with these rules can cause the domain to become non-renewable until it's fully deleted or restored.
What You Can Do?
Check Domain Status
Use a WHOIS lookup service to determine the domain’s current lifecycle stage. This will help you understand what options are available for renewal or restoration.
Consider Restoration
If your domain is in the redemption period, restoration may still be possible. Note that this process typically involves an additional fee.
Contact Regery Support
For accurate guidance and next steps, reach out to Regery Support. They can assess the current status of your domain and advise on the most appropriate solution.