Cyberian

Hello Mem's,
One FAQ's brought up by beginners, and
some not so beginners is what are those
codes next to my DN's all about?

I copied this from Softnik's site.
I hope it helps those still wondering.
Below are the various domain status codes and a
brief description of each. (from RFC2832).
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ACTIVE

This is the default status of a domain at registration time. The registry sets the domain to this status. The domain is modifiable by the registrar. The domain can be renewed. The domain SHALL be included in the zone file when in this status if the domain has at least one associated name server.

REGISTRY-LOCK

The registry sets the domain to this status. The domain cannot be modified or deleted by the registrar. The registry MUST remove the REGISTRY-LOCK status for the registrar to modify the domain. The domain can be renewed. The domain SHALL be included in the zone file when in this status if the domain has at least one associated name server.

REGISTRY-HOLD

The registry sets the domain to this status. The domain cannot be modified or deleted by the registrar. The registry MUST remove the REGISTRY-HOLD status for the registrar to modify the domain. The domain can be renewed. The domain SHALL NOT be included in the zone file when in this status.

REGISTRAR-HOLD

The registrar of the domain sets the domain to this status. The domain can not be modified or deleted when in this status. The registrar MUST remove REGISTRAR-HOLD status to modify the domain. The domain can be renewed. The domain SHALL NOT be included in the zone file when in this status.

REGISTRAR-LOCK

The registrar of the domain sets the domain to this status. The domain cannot be modified or deleted when in this status. The registrar MUST remove REGISTRAR-LOCK status to modify the domain. The domain can be renewed. The domain SHALL be included in the zone file when in this status.

REGISTRY-DELETE-NOTIFY

A domain is set on this status if it has expired and has child name servers that are hosting other domains. Only the registry may set this status. The domain SHALL be included in the zone file when in this status if the domain has at least one associated name server.
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The domain deletion progresses through the following statuses.

REDEMPTIONPERIOD

A domain name is placed in REDEMPTIONPERIOD status when a registrar requests the deletion of a name that is not within the Add Grace Period. A name that is in REDEMPTIONPERIOD status will not be included in the zone file. A registrar can not modify or purge a name in REDEMPTIONPERIOD status. The only action a registrar can take on a name in REDEMPTIONPERIOD is to request that it be restored. Any other registrar requests to modify or otherwise update the domain will be rejected. Unless restored, the domain will be held in REDEMPTIONPERIOD status for a specified number of calendar days. The current length of this Redemption Period is thirty calendar days.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/domain-newbies/98874-rrp-domain-status-codes.html

PENDINGDELETE

A domain name is placed in PENDINGDELETE status if it has not been restored during the Redemption Period. A name that is in PENDINGDELETE status will not be included in the zone file. All registrar requests to modify or otherwise update a domain in PENDINGDELETE status will be rejected. A domain name is purged from the registry database a specified number of calendar days after it is placed in PENDINGDELETE status. The current length of this Pending Delete Period is five calendar days.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=98874

PENDINGRESTORE

A domain name is placed in PENDINGRESTORE status when a registrar requests restoration of a domain that is in REDEMPTIONPERIOD status. A name that is in PENDINGRESTORE status will be included in the zone file. Registrar requests to modify or otherwise update a domain in REDEMPTIONPERIOD status will be rejected. A domain name is returned to REDEMPTIONPERIOD status a specified number of calendar days after it is placed in PENDINGRESTORE unless the registrar submits a complete Registrar Restore Report to the Registry Operator. The current length of this Pending Restore Period is seven calendar days.



Peace,
Cyberian

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Cyberian

I was asked about this subject yesterday, and I knew I had posted it before.
I just didnt realize how long ago it was...
Anyways I found it, so here it is for all to see.

Hope this helps some of you understand the process.

Cy

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Sleepys

Helpful as Always! Thanks Cy

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atrivlib

Thanks for the information. I've been tracking a name to see when it might become available since it expired in early January. Looks like I'll have to wait some more.

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REGISTRAR-HOLD and REGISTRY-HOLD seemed confusing... Thanks for the information.

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thanks for the info...

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mukti

What is the status of On Hold - Domain Dispute. I bought a few domains, and the next day I saw this status. Support godaddy silent for 3 days

jaesonlewis

I appreciate the information you have laid out here.Thanks for forwarding this useful information.
It was wonderful of you.Good luck!that's good to know!Thanks.....

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uliss

.org domain has a status Pending Register or sort of. Probably, It means you can delete the domain in that status.

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andr69

I'm glad I've just found the info I have been looking for. Now my work has simplified Thanks.

angelahuang

Once a domain is on hold, the DNS Resolve will be down. Website cannot be visited. The domain you bought may be infringe someone's rights. And they file a complaint, your domains will be set on hold.

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if a domain status shows on hold-domain dispute, it means that this domain may have infringed other people's right, and they file a complaint against the domain owner. Once a domain is on hold, DNS Resolve will be stopped, and the website cannot be visited.

Andr3w

has the redemptionPeriod increased to 60 days or something ? I see in the above article is it said it takes 30 days.

I'm asking because a domain I'm watching has the Expiration Date on: 2009-11-04 and it's currently in Status: redemptionPeriod

When should this domain enter 'PendingDelete' status ?

Later Edit: reading the terms of the current registrars helps a lot .The registrar is MelbourneIT and it seems that before they put a domain in redemptionPeriod it gives you 40 days to renew the domain. Only after, the status of the domain changes to redemptionPeriod for 30 days. After, I guess it goes for 5 days to pendingDelete and then back on market.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=98874

It seems, I'll have to hold my breath for at least 2 weeks

Meltonmist

Each domain record has at least one status code but multiple statuses are permissible. Status codes are useful to determine why your domain isn't working, whether your domain is locked to prevent unauthorized domain transfers, and when a domain will be dropped. You can determine any domain's status by performing a whois lookup on the domain.

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