Domain name renewal must read! 8 key steps to prevent domain name loss
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Domain renewal is directly related to the survival of the website. Data shows that more than 120,000 domain names are deleted due to expiration in China every year, of which 34% are registered and resold. Take "abc.com" as an example. If it is not renewed in time, it may be registered as a phishing website by competitors.
8 core points to note when renewing a domain name:
1. Renew 30 days in advance
International domain names (.com) usually support renewal 1-2 years in advance.
The renewal grace period for domestic domain names (.cn) is only 15 days. It is recommended to set up double reminders (mobile phone calendar + registrar notification).
2. Check the renewal price
Beware of the "first year low price trap". The renewal price of some platforms has increased by 200%.
Compare the market price: the average renewal price of .com is about 55 yuan/year, and .cn is about 35 yuan/year (latest statistics in 2025).
3. Bind dual notification channels
The default email reminder of the registrar is easy to be intercepted. It is recommended to enable SMS notification at the same time (such as the "SMS treasure" function of HiChina).
Enterprise users can set up a dedicated renewal manager to avoid omissions caused by personnel changes.
4. Enable smart renewal plan
Alibaba Cloud's "automatic renewal + balance guarantee" function ensures the success rate of deductions.
Tencent Cloud supports flexible renewal cycle selection of "annual/quarterly".
5. Understand the redemption rules
The redemption period for international domain names is about 30 days, and a high fee (about 1,000 yuan) is required.
.cn domain names enter the redemption period 15 days after expiration, and the renewal cost increases by 3 times.
6. Defense against domain name preemption
Enable the registrar's "protection lock" function (such as GoDaddy's Domain Protection).
Register similar suffixes (such as .com.cn, .net) for core domain names in advance.
7. Establish a domain name ledger
Use Excel or professional tools (such as DomainTools) to manage multiple domain names.
Mark key domain names: brand name, product name, regional name, etc.
8. Choose a reliable registrar
Domestic priority: Alibaba Cloud (market share 41%), Tencent Cloud (28%).
International business recommendation: Namecheap (high cost performance), Name.com (professional management tool).
Domaincn.com Committed to providing fair and transparent reports. This article aims to provide accurate and timely information, but should not be construed as financial or investment advice. Due to the rapidly changing market conditions, we recommend that you verify the information yourself and consult a professional before making any decisions based on this information.