How do I buy a domain name permanently?

You cannot purchase a domain name forever. A domain name can be purchase for a maximum of up to 10 years and a minimum for 1 year. If you purchase for 10 years, which is a guarantee that you will have a domain name for up to 10 years. After this period, you must renew again.

Can I renew my domain from any domain registrar?

Yes, you can renew your domain name from another registrar, it is just a normal domain transfer process. If your domain has locked with your current registrar then you must ask your current registrar to unlock your name.

How long procedure to renew a domain?

The standard time for renewal domain is 24 to 48 hours, but if you renew with the same registrar and you do not change the DNS record then it will not take much time. But, in case you want to transfer your domain to another registrar then it will take the standard time of 24 to 48 hours.

How long before an expired becomes available?

As per ICANN (Internet Corporation on Assigned Names and Numbers), an expired domain name becomes available to use by others after 80 days.

Should I auto Renew the domain?

Basically, auto-renewal of domain reduces the risk of domain expiry by renewing the domain automatically before the expiry date. When auto-renewal of the domain is turned on then we will attempt to renew it before its expiry date.

Why are domain name renewals so expensive?

On domain name registration almost, all companies offer a discount to attract the customers, but on renewal domain, companies charge it extra price to making their profit, so always check the renewal price before purchasing the domain name.

How much should domain renewal cost?

Every domain name has different renewal charges according to the domain registry, but the traditional .com domain renewal price is 1,450/- PKR offered by DoctorHoster, which is the lowest price in the market.

Do I have to keep paying for a domain name?

Domain registration on a yearly basis, and after that if you want to keep your domain name then you can pay the renewal fee for next year and go on. Some registrars offer discounts on the first-year domain names, but on renewal, they charge high costs. But DoctorHoster domain registration, renewal, and transfer fee are the same.

What happens if you don’t renew your domain name?

If anyone does not renew the domain name on the expiry date, then the domain name will enter in the renewal grace period. You can renew the domain within the grace period if you want. Otherwise, anyone can buy this domain.

When a domain name expires can I buy it?

Yes, if the previous registrant fails to renew their domain after 30 days, then they leave the ownership of the domain, and anyone can buy this domain.

How do I renew the domain and hosting?

1. log in to your client area.

2. Go to Domain Menu.

3. Click on Renew Domain

4. Read over the payment option and proceed.

Who owns a domain name?

Ownership of domain legally owned by any person or entity or any organization who purchased a domain name and it is also known as the registrant.

How do I found out who owns a domain name?

You can check the domain name ownership from the WhoIs directory.

Why should I need to wait 60 days to transfer my domain?

As per agreement with ICANN (Internet Corporate for Assigned Names and Numbers), all domain registrars require to lock the domain for the first 60 days after registration or transfer.

How to Transfer your domain to DoctorHoster?

Domain transfers process initiation only takes 10 minutes and the process will be completed up to 10 days maximum. The exact timeframe varies on the domain’s TLD, and the time needed for your current registrar to complete the process.

What is needed to transfer a domain name?

Auth-Code requires from your current registrar, which is also called EPP code as well you must ask your registrar to unlock the domain transfer. After that, auth-code you need to provide DoctorHoster and complete the payment process. After your payment confirmation, your domain transfer procedure starts immediately.

Does it cost to transfer a domain name?

There are not any additional charges to transfer your domain name to DoctorHoster. You will charge normal domain charges which include domain renewal as well. Moreover, you may view some hosting packages, you can freely transfer your domain if you take any Webhosting package from us.

Does transferring my domain name affect my email?

If you are using a third-party Webhosting service and email, then it will not affect by domain name transfer, just make sure your domain name servers update my new registrar.

Can I keep my domain name with the current registrar when I need to change a hosting service?

Yes, you can keep your domain name with the current registrar if you want to keep it, just simply change the domain name servers to point to the new Webhosting servers.

Will my website go down during a domain transfer?

No, the domain transfer procedure does not have any downtime on your website. But, if you did not update your name servers, then u can face a downtime issue. So, make sure, your domain name servers properly updated with us.

How can I transfer my domain without interruption to my email or website?

You may follow the below steps:

1.            Complete your Transfer order.

2.            Make a payment.

3.            Make sure, you have provided the correct domain name servers (DNS) if your hosting with a third party.

4.            Your domain transfer initiates immediately and will transfer to us within 10 days maximum.

Why do domain transfers take so long?

Most of the time it takes only 3 to 4 days, but its totally depending on your current registrar how much time he will take.

Why can’t I transfer my domain?

The most common reason is that your domain status is locked. So, make sure with your current registrar to unlock your domain before making a transfer request.