.JP Domains
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- How do I renew a .JP domain?
- Can I transfer a .JP domain away from DNSimple?
- What else should I know about .JP domains?
- Have more questions?
.JP domains can only be renewed with auto-renewal. A .JP domain without auto-renewal is scheduled for removal 16 days before it expires, and a .JP domain cannot be transferred away in the 30 days before it expires.
How do I renew a .JP domain?
Auto-renewal only
The .JP registry does not accept manual renewals. To renew the domain, auto-renewal must be enabled, as explained in When does auto-renewal happen?.
If auto-renewal is not enabled, the domain is scheduled for removal 16 days before expiration, and it can be deactivated at any point after that, even before the expiration date. You may be able to restore the domain before it is finally deleted, but the registry charges a redemption fee.
Can I transfer a .JP domain away from DNSimple?
Yes, except in the 30 days before the domain expires. Transfers are not possible if the domain expires within the next 30 days.
After a successful transfer, the registry sets a 60-day transfer lock.
What else should I know about .JP domains?
- Address: if the registrant has no address in Japan, a local Japanese address is provided automatically. For a contact in Japan, the prefecture, a Japanese postal code (XXX-XXXX) that matches the city, and a Japanese phone number are required.
- WHOIS privacy: not available.
Have more questions?
If you have any questions or need assistance registering domains with DNSimple, contact support, and we will be happy to help. You can also read more about TLDs available at DNSimple.