Domain Renewal, Expiration & Deletion Policy

Last Updated: 30th September 2026

This policy explains how domain name renewals, expiration, redemption, and deletion are handled for domain names registered through Upperlink.

The policy applies to applicable generic Top-Level Domains (gTLDs) subject to ICANN policies. Certain country-code TLDs (ccTLDs) and other domain extensions may have different renewal and expiration rules determined by their respective registries.

  1. Domain Renewal

    Domain names registered through Upperlink are not automatically renewed unless an applicable automatic renewal service has been specifically enabled for the domain.

    It is the Registered Name Holder’s responsibility to ensure that the domain is renewed before its expiration date.

    Customers should ensure that their contact information, particularly their email address, remains accurate and up to date so that renewal reminders and other important notices can be received.

  2. Renewal Reminder Notices

    Upperlink sends renewal reminders to the Registered Name Holder before a domain expires.

    For applicable gTLD registrations, we provide at least the renewal notices required under ICANN’s Expired Registration Recovery Policy (ERRP), including notices approximately:

    • One month before expiration
    • One week before expiration

    Where applicable, an additional expiration notice is sent within five days after expiration and includes information about available renewal or recovery options.

    ICANN’s requirements allow reasonable flexibility around the timing of the pre-expiration notices.

    Failure to receive a reminder does not extend the domain’s expiration date or the applicable renewal or recovery periods.

  3. After the Domain Expires

    Once a domain reaches its expiration date, the domain enters the applicable post-expiration lifecycle.

    Depending on the TLD and the applicable registry and registrar policies, the domain may continue to be renewable for a limited period after expiration.

    During this period:

    • The domain may stop resolving or its DNS service may be interrupted.
    • Websites, email, and other services associated with the domain may stop working.
    • The domain may be subject to additional renewal conditions or fees.
    • The domain may be subject to deletion before the end of any particular period, subject to applicable registry and ICANN requirements.

    The exact post-expiration renewal period may vary by TLD.

  4. Redemption Grace Period

    For applicable gTLDs, if a domain registration is deleted after expiration, it generally enters a 30-day Redemption Grace Period (RGP).

    During the RGP:

    • The domain is removed from the active zone.
    • The domain cannot normally be renewed through the standard renewal process.
    • The Registered Name Holder may request restoration through the sponsoring registrar.
    • A redemption/restore fee, in addition to the applicable renewal fee, may apply.

    ICANN requires applicable gTLD registries to provide a 30-day Redemption Grace Period following deletion and requires registrars to allow eligible domains to be restored during that period.

  5. Pending Delete

    If a domain is not restored during the Redemption Grace Period, it may enter Pending Delete status.

    During Pending Delete, the domain cannot normally be renewed or restored.

    For typical gTLD lifecycle processing, Pending Delete lasts approximately five days, after which the domain is deleted from the registry and may become available for registration by another party, subject to the applicable registry’s policies.

    Once a domain has been deleted and becomes available for registration, Upperlink cannot guarantee that the previous Registered Name Holder will be able to register it again.

  6. Renewal and Redemption Fees

    Applicable renewal, post-expiration, and redemption/restore fees will be displayed on the Upperlink website and/or communicated to the customer as applicable.

    Current fees:

    • Domain Renewal: ₦22,100
    • Redemption/Restore: ₦95,000 plus the applicable renewal fee

    Fees may vary by domain extension and may be changed in accordance with applicable terms, registry requirements, and Upperlink’s pricing policies.

    Customers should confirm the applicable fee before completing a renewal or restoration.

  7. Domain Deletion

    If a domain is not renewed or restored within the applicable period, it may be deleted from the registry.

    After deletion, the domain may become available for registration by another person or organization. Upperlink cannot guarantee that the previous Registered Name Holder will be able to recover or re-register the domain.

    The timing of deletion may vary depending on the domain extension and the applicable registry’s policies.

  8. Important Notice

    Domain expiration can result in the interruption of websites, email, DNS, SSL certificates, and other services associated with the domain.

    Customers are strongly advised to renew their domains before the expiration date and not to rely on the post-expiration or redemption periods as an extension of the registration term.

    For questions regarding an expired domain or its recovery options, please contact Upperlink Support as soon as possible.

  9. Applicable Policies

    For applicable gTLD registrations, this policy is intended to operate consistently with ICANN’s:

    • Expired Registration Recovery Policy (ERRP)
    • Expired Domain Deletion Policy (EDDP)
    • Registrar Accreditation Agreement (RAA)

    Where the rules of a particular domain extension differ from the lifecycle described above, the applicable registry and TLD-specific policies will apply.

    For more information about domain expiration and recovery, customers may consult the applicable registry or ICANN’s published domain renewal and expiration guidance.