Understand the expiration of a domain (during a transfer)

This guide details the specifics related to expiration dates of domain names when they are transferred from one registrar to another.

Introduction

• The expiration dates of domain names refer to the period during which the owner of a domain name has paid for the registration of that name.
• It is crucial for domain owners to carefully monitor expiration dates and renew their registration on time to avoid service interruption or having to pay additional recovery fees.
   

Transferring a Domain to Infomaniak

When a domain is transferred to Infomaniak, the new expiration date (the date until which the domain will be registered, valid, and functional) after the transfer will be:

• the existing date before the transfer + 365 days minimum
   

Example:

• Domain name with an expiration date of 01/12/2025 before transfer
• Transfer occurs on 01/10/2025 (no impact or significance)
• Expiration date becomes 01/12/2026 after transfer to Infomaniak (1 year is added following the transfer)

Exceptions Based on Domain Extensions

Transfer policies and effects on expiration dates may vary depending on the domain extension. Each domain extension (such as .com, .net, .org, etc.) is managed by a specific regulatory entity, which may have different rules regarding transfers and expiration dates.

The rule described in the previous section does not apply to certain extensions for which the new expiration date after the transfer will be:

• the existing date before transfer, without increment or change: .CH
• from the day of the transfer + 365 days minimum: .BE and .DE

Domain ownership transfers can also affect expiration dates. When a domain name is transferred from one owner to another, the expiration date may sometimes be adjusted depending on the registrar's policies.