Product Overview: Dynadot Backorder
What is Dynadot Backorder?
Dynadot Backorder is a service offered by Dynadot that allows users to place requests for domain names that are about to be re-released to the public due to expiration. This service, also known as “drop catching,” attempts to automatically register the desired domain name as soon as it becomes available for public registration.
Key Features and Functionality
Placement of Backorder Requests
Users can place backorder requests for domain names that are in the process of expiring and will soon be dropped by the central registry. This typically occurs 75 days after the domain’s expiration date.
Requirements for Using the Service
To use the Dynadot Backorder service, users must meet certain requirements:
- Have a minimum balance of $5 USD (or its equivalent in other supported currencies) in their account or have completed an order of $5 in the last 365 days.
- Not be banned from Dynadot’s auctions.
- Set up their marketplace default payment settings in their account.
Process of Backordering
Here’s how the process works:
- Users search for and identify domain names that are about to be dropped.
- They place a backorder request through Dynadot’s system.
- If there is only one backorder request, Dynadot will attempt to register the domain as soon as it drops. If successful, the domain will be added to the user’s account.
Handling Multiple Backorders
If multiple users place backorder requests for the same domain, the domain will go into a backorder auction. The starting bid will be the backorder price, and the auction will be open for bids. The highest bidder will have the opportunity to register the domain.
Status Updates
Users can track the status of their backorder requests through their Dynadot account. The statuses include:
- ACTIVE: The domain name is still pending.
- SUCCESS: The domain was successfully secured.
- AUCTION: The domain is currently in auction.
- FAILED: The domain was not successfully secured.
- DIDN’T WIN: The domain was won by someone else in the auction.
Supported TLDs
Dynadot supports numerous top-level domains (TLDs) for backordering, although not all TLDs available for registration are included. Users can check the up-to-date list of supported TLDs on Dynadot’s backorder page using the TLD filter.
Post-Backorder Steps
If a domain is successfully acquired, users should verify the domain’s ownership details, ensure accurate contact information, enhance account security with 2-factor authentication, set up automatic renewal, and update the DNS settings to point to the desired hosting or server.
Summary
Dynadot Backorder provides a convenient and potentially effective way to acquire desirable domain names as they become available. While success is not guaranteed due to competition and other factors, the service offers a structured process for attempting to secure these domains. It is crucial to understand the terms, requirements, and potential outcomes, including the possibility of auctions if multiple backorders are placed for the same domain.