Expired .HELP Domains

Statistics for .HELP domains currently in expiration, redemption, or pending delete.

Last updated: 2026-10-24

12,034
Total Expired
3,342
Expired
5,776
Redemption
2,916
Pending Delete
9,158
Pure Alpha
33
Pure Numeric
1,656
Alphanumeric
1,187
Contains Dash

Age Distribution

AgeCount
0-1y84
1-5y11,858
5-10y54
10-20y38

Shortest Domains

DomainAction
2.helpBackorder
en.helpBackorder
qr.helpBackorder
v2.helpBackorder
1cf.helpBackorder

Oldest Domains

DomainAgeAction
bitshares.help11yBackorder
fbox.help11yBackorder
hmi.help11yBackorder
quickit.help11yBackorder
wds.help11yBackorder

Top Registrars

RegistrarCount
Porkbun LLC4,957
NameSilo, LLC3,198
Gname.com Pte. Ltd.1,516
NameCheap, Inc.402
Dynadot Inc364
1API GmbH324
Web Commerce Communications Limited dba WebNic.cc239
Spaceship, Inc.199
Key-Systems, LLC161
HOSTINGER operations, UAB160

Length Distribution

LengthCount
1-24
366
4370
5499
61,074
71,059
8762
9652
101,129
11+6,419

About This Data

How many .HELP domains are currently expired?

We are tracking 12,034 expired .HELP 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 .HELP domains with higher renewal costs?

Yes. Many newer gTLDs including .HELP 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.

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