Andrew Allemann (@allemann.org)

.Co domain registry nukes expired domain auctions Registry will prohibit direct auctions when domains expire. The .co domain name registry is implementing a new rule that will prevent domain registrars from auctioning off expired domains unless they obtain permission from the registry, Domain Name…

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.Co domain registry nukes expired domain auctions Registry will prohibit direct auctions when domains expire. The .co domain name registry is implementing a new rule that will prevent domain registrars from auctioning off expired domains unless they obtain permission from the registry, Domain Name Wire has learned. Under the new policy, which will be implemented no later than October 1, "registrars will be required to adhere strictly to the .CO domain lifecycle and must not facilitate or execute changes in ownership of domain names that have expired and have not been renewed by the original registrant, unless expressly authorized by the .CO Registry." https://domainnamewire.com/2026/06/01/co-domain-registry-nukes-expired-domain-auctions/