Aged domains Entering Redemption Period on 2025-05-05

ABTdomain has compiled a list of domains that entered redemption period on 2025-05-05 based on WHOIS database information.

We’ve specifically filtered for domains that are over 10 years old, as these typically carry higher SEO value and market recognition, possessing established trust metrics and authority with potential accumulated backlinks and industry relevance—making them valuable opportunities for projects requiring rapid establishment of website authority.

In this redemption period list, we’ve identified 6657 aged domains with the following distribution:

• Premium Domains (20-30 years) – 706 domains
• Established Domains (10-20 years) – 5951 domains

The oldest domain in this collection is 29 years old. The most common TLDs in this list are com (5233), net (706), org (395). These domains were previously registered with GoDaddy.com, LLC (2358), TurnCommerce, Inc. DBA NameBright.com (536).

Domain TLD Distribution

Premium Domains 20-30 years

Domains in the 20-30 year age range have substantial history and often come with established authority and backlink profiles. Their presence in redemption period presents a rare opportunity to acquire digital assets with decades of history.

Established Domains 10-20 years

These domains have been registered for 10-20 years, giving them a solid foundation and potential SEO advantages over newly registered domains. Consider reaching out to current owners or preparing for potential drop dates.

Strategies for Acquiring Redemption Period Domains

Domains in redemption period present unique acquisition opportunities. Here are strategic approaches to consider:

• Contact the Current Owner: Reach out to the current registrant to negotiate a potential transfer before the domain completes the redemption process
• Monitor Redemption Status: Track these domains to identify when they exit redemption and become available for registration
• Place Backorders: Set up backorders with multiple registrars to increase your chances of acquiring the domain when it drops
• Domain Recovery Services: Some providers offer services to recover domains in redemption period (at a premium fee)
• Research Domain Value: Before pursuing acquisition, research the domain’s history, backlinks, and potential market value

Redemption Timeline and Next Steps

These domains entered redemption period on 2025-05-05. The typical redemption timeline is:

• Redemption Period: 30-60 days (varies by TLD) during which original owners can recover domains
• Pending Delete: 5-day period after redemption when the domain is preparing for release
• Drop Date: The final date when the domain becomes available for new registration

For valuable domains in this list, we recommend setting up monitoring alerts and preparing acquisition strategies now. Check back regularly for more domain redemption updates and opportunities.

Important Note: Domains in redemption period can still be recovered by their original owners for an additional fee. If not recovered, they will eventually be released for general registration. This represents a unique opportunity for domain investors to either negotiate with current owners or prepare for the eventual drop date.