DOMAIN EXPIRY
CHECKER
Enter a domain to see its expiry date, the exact number of days remaining, the registrar responsible for renewing it, and any status codes on the record. Dates come from live registry (RDAP) data rather than a cached copy, so what you see is what the registry holds right now.
What is a Domain Expiry Checker?
A domain expiry checker is a free tool that shows exactly when a domain expires and how many days are left, alongside the registrar responsible for renewing it and any status codes on the record. It reads live registry data over RDAP, so the date shown is the authoritative one the registry holds rather than a cached copy.
How does a Domain Expiry Checker work?
- 01We query the domain registry directly over RDAP, the protocol that replaced WHOIS.
- 02The expiry date is read from the registry record and counted against today.
- 03Registrar, creation date and status codes come back in the same lookup.
Frequently asked questions
What happens when a domain expires?
Most registrars stop the website and email first, then hold the name in a grace period of around 30 days where the original owner can still renew at the normal price. After that it usually enters a redemption period of roughly 30 more days, where recovery costs a penalty fee, and only then is it deleted and released for anyone to register. The exact windows vary by TLD and registrar.
Why does the expiry date differ from my registrar dashboard?
This tool reads the registry date, which is the authoritative one. Some registrars display their own internal renewal date instead, which can sit a few days earlier so they have time to process the payment. If the two disagree, the registry date is when the name actually lapses, but pay by your registrar date.
Can I check a domain someone else owns?
Yes. Expiry dates are public registry data for every domain, and privacy services do not hide them. It is the standard way to see when a name you want might become available, though bear in mind most valuable domains are renewed automatically and never drop.