Expired .DIRECTORY Domains
Statistics for .DIRECTORY domains currently in expiration, redemption, or pending delete.
Age Distribution
| Age | Count |
|---|---|
| 0-1y | 2 |
| 1-5y | 448 |
| 5-10y | 43 |
| 10-20y | 37 |
Shortest Domains
Top Registrars
| Registrar | Count |
|---|---|
| NameCheap, Inc. | 174 |
| GoDaddy.com, LLC | 130 |
| Dynadot Inc | 55 |
| Unknown | 54 |
| Domain Science Kutatási Szolgáltató Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság | 31 |
| Spaceship, Inc. | 19 |
| Porkbun LLC | 19 |
| HOSTINGER operations, UAB | 18 |
| NameSilo, LLC | 16 |
| Name.com, Inc. | 14 |
Length Distribution
| Length | Count |
|---|---|
| 1-2 | 2 |
| 3 | 43 |
| 4 | 36 |
| 5 | 52 |
| 6 | 41 |
| 7 | 55 |
| 8 | 60 |
| 9 | 58 |
| 10 | 49 |
| 11+ | 188 |
About This Data
How many .DIRECTORY domains are currently expired?
We are tracking 584 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.