Is it possible to buy a Domain name for Life?

Discussion in 'Domain Names' started by RightMan, Dec 7, 2008.

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  1. #1
    Can I buy a domain name for life and where can I buy the same since I do not find any providers giving that option.

    If not...what is the maximum time period for which one can buy the same?

    Regards,

    RightMan
     
    RightMan, Dec 7, 2008 IP
  2. dmi

    dmi Well-Known Member

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    No, you can't buy a domain name for life. The maximum registration period is 10 years (.com).
     
    dmi, Dec 7, 2008 IP
  3. allout

    allout Prominent Member

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    I never tried it but I wonder of you could buy ten years and then keep renewing for ten shortly after you buy it. Of course, what is lifetime? You could die tomorrow! :eek:
     
    allout, Dec 7, 2008 IP
  4. DomainCo.US

    DomainCo.US Well-Known Member

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    I think 10 years is the max, just put it to auto renew and your set for life :)
     
    DomainCo.US, Dec 7, 2008 IP
  5. wisdomtool

    wisdomtool Moderator Staff

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    Not actually, in 10 years time, don't you think that your credit card number may change? Or your admin email address? You may even forget about the domain by that time. I did saw one major domain registrar offering this, trying to find out which is it.

     
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  6. Sapphiro

    Sapphiro Well-Known Member

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    you can register one for 10 years @ godaddy i think. :p
     
    Sapphiro, Dec 7, 2008 IP
  7. dcristo

    dcristo Illustrious Member

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    #7
    You lease domains you do not buy them.
     
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  8. RightMan

    RightMan Notable Member

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    Thanks dcristo....

    Your answer puts the whole logic into correct perspective...

    Regards,

    RightMan
     
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  9. Super Service

    Super Service Peon

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    Yes, 10 Years is the MAX period. No lifetime
     
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    gsv13 Well-Known Member

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    They can't estimate the life span of every person so can't work out the actual costs. Need agreement with god for that :D
     
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    norfstar Peon

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    Back in 2004, Network Solutions offered a 100 year registration (which I think they have since withdrawn). It renewed your domain for 10 years, then as soon as there were only 9 years remaining, it automatically processed a renewal with the central registry for another year.
     
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  12. World_Peace

    World_Peace Well-Known Member

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    The max. i have seen till date if 10 years. You can register your domain your 10 years and then you i'll have to renew it again.
     
    World_Peace, Dec 8, 2008 IP