Expired Top Level Domains Renewals

The below applies for .com, .net, .biz and .org

1. Immediately after they expire -Mails and websites go offline
2. Available for renewal up to 30 days after the expiry date at the normal cost
3. On the 31-80th day. If you have not renewed the domain then the domain is released.
4. Restoration - After the 30 days ( You will pay Ksh 9,999 plus the domain renewal fee ). Then wait for 48 hours for restoration to take place.  

Summary

• Renew the domain before it expires
• It costs 10 times to renew the domain i.e 30 days after the expiry
• You have NO control 30 days after expiry. Someone will be register it on a first come basis