Domain expiry checker
To check when a domain expires, look up its registry record. Type the domain below: this checker reads the official RDAP record (the modern replacement for WHOIS) and shows the expiry date, how many days are left, the registration date, the registrar and the domain's status, free and without an account.
How to check when a domain expires
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Enter the domain
Type the full domain name, for example example.com, and select Check expiry.
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Read the expiry date
The result shows the expiry date from the registry, how many days are left, and when the domain was registered.
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Check the status
Registry statuses such as client transfer prohibited or redemption period are explained in plain English.
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Set a reminder
Track the renewal in your free dashboard, or download a calendar reminder (.ics).
What happens after a domain expires
Most generic domains (.com, .net, .org and most new extensions) follow ICANN's Expired Registration Recovery Policy. Country-code extensions may follow their own rules.
| Stage | Days after expiry | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-renew grace period | 0–45 | Usually renewable at the normal price; the length depends on the registrar (often up to 45 days). |
| Redemption grace period | 45–75 | Still recoverable by the registrant, typically for an extra restore fee. |
| Pending delete | 75–80 | No longer recoverable; the registry deletes the name, after which anyone can register it. |
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out when a domain expires?
Look up the domain's registry record. The registry is the authoritative source, and its RDAP record lists the expiration date. Enter the domain in the checker on this page to read it, free and without an account; your registrar's account page shows the same date for domains you own.
What happens when a domain expires?
For most generic domains (.com, .net, .org and most new extensions), an expired domain goes through three stages under ICANN's Expired Registration Recovery Policy. First, a grace period that depends on the registrar, often up to 45 days, when the owner can usually renew at the normal price. Then a 30-day redemption period, when the owner can still recover it for a restore fee. Finally, 5 days of pending delete, after which the name is released and anyone can register it. Country-code extensions may follow different rules.
Can someone else register my domain when it expires?
Not straight away. During the grace and redemption periods only the current registrant can renew or restore it. Once it is deleted at the end of pending delete, it becomes available to anyone, and valuable names are often caught by backorder services within seconds. Renew before the expiry date to avoid the risk.
What is the difference between RDAP and WHOIS?
RDAP (Registration Data Access Protocol) is the modern, structured replacement for WHOIS. It returns the same registration data, including the expiry date, in a standard machine-readable format, and since January 2025 ICANN treats RDAP as the authoritative source for generic domains. This checker uses RDAP.
Why can't some domains be checked?
Some country-code registries don't publish RDAP data yet, so their dates can't be looked up through RDAP. If a domain isn't found at all, the registry has no record of it, which usually means it is unregistered.
Is the domain expiry checker free?
Yes. It's free, needs no account and stores nothing about your lookup. If you want reminders, you can track the domain's renewal in the free Domainsfolio dashboard, which keeps your domains in your own browser.
Own more than one domain?
Paste your list into the free dashboard: every expiry, renewal cost and keep-or-drop verdict in one place, no account.