What is a domain name redemption period?

A domain name redemption period is a designated timeframe following the expiration of a domain name during which the original registrant can still recover or renew the domain before it is permanently deleted or made available for registration by others. Typically, when a domain expires, it enters a grace period where the owner can renew it without penalty. If not renewed during this period, the domain may enter a redemption period, which often lasts around 30 days. During this time, the domain is usually taken offline and restored only upon payment of a redemption fee or renewal charges. After the redemption period ends without renewal, the domain is usually released back into the pool of available domains for registration by new users.