Expired .DIRECTORY Domains
Statistics for .DIRECTORY domains currently in expiration, redemption, or pending delete.
Age Distribution
| Age | Count |
|---|---|
| 0-1y | 4 |
| 1-5y | 408 |
| 5-10y | 53 |
| 10-20y | 32 |
Shortest Domains
Top Registrars
| Registrar | Count |
|---|---|
| NameCheap, Inc. | 163 |
| GoDaddy.com, LLC | 128 |
| Dynadot Inc | 50 |
| Unknown | 35 |
| Spaceship, Inc. | 26 |
| NameSilo, LLC | 21 |
| HOSTINGER operations, UAB | 18 |
| Domain Science Kutatási Szolgáltató Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság | 16 |
| Porkbun LLC | 13 |
| Cloudflare, Inc. | 6 |
Length Distribution
| Length | Count |
|---|---|
| 1-2 | 1 |
| 3 | 44 |
| 4 | 29 |
| 5 | 37 |
| 6 | 41 |
| 7 | 48 |
| 8 | 59 |
| 9 | 41 |
| 10 | 40 |
| 11+ | 192 |
About This Data
How many .DIRECTORY domains are currently expired?
We are tracking 532 expired .DIRECTORY domains across different lifecycle stages: expired, redemption, and pending delete. These numbers are derived from publicly available data and may differ from the registries' official counts.
What do the lifecycle stages mean?
When a domain expires, it typically goes through three stages. First it enters "expired" status where the registrant can still renew. Then it moves to "redemption" where recovery requires a fee. Finally it reaches "pending delete" and will be released for new registration within days.
Are there premium .DIRECTORY domains with higher renewal costs?
Yes. Many newer gTLDs including .DIRECTORY have a category called "registry premium" domains. These are short, dictionary-word, or high-value labels that the registry prices significantly above the standard rate. While you may acquire such a domain at a regular registration or backorder price, the annual renewal fee can be 10x to 100x higher than a standard domain. Always check the renewal price with your registrar before committing to a premium-tier domain.
Is this data accurate?
The statistics are based on publicly available WHOIS and zone file data. They provide a useful approximation but may not match exact registry numbers. For the most current status of a specific domain, check the registrar directly.