Support article
Can a registered domain be refunded?
Find out why it is not possible to request a refund for a domain that has already been registered and which services do include a refund guarantee.
Introduction
It is normal to change your mind after registering a domain, but domains work differently from hosting services.
Once a domain is registered, it is assigned to you for the whole contracted period and cannot be cancelled just to obtain a refund.
Steps to understand domain refunds
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Check whether the domain has already been registered
Once payment is completed and the domain is successfully registered, the name is reserved to you for the contracted period.
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Keep in mind that the registration cannot be cancelled
Domains depend on registries and extension operators. Because of that, a completed registration cannot be undone like a normal online purchase.
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Understand the difference between domain and hosting
The miHosting refund guarantee applies to hosting services, not to domains.
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Decide what to do with the domain
Even if you do not want the original project anymore, you can still use the domain for a website, email, redirects or a future project until the contracted period ends.
Useful tips
- Review the domain spelling carefully before paying.
- Check whether the extension is the one you really want.
- Disable automatic renewal if you do not want to keep it after the current period.
Frequently asked questions
Can I request a refund for a domain I no longer want
No. Once the domain has been registered, it is not refundable.
Does the 365-day refund guarantee apply to domains
No. That guarantee is for hosting, not for domain registrations.
What if I registered the domain by mistake
Even in that case, a completed domain registration cannot normally be refunded.
Can I still use the domain even if I do not want it for the original project
Yes. You can repurpose it during the contracted term.
Can I cancel the domain renewal
Yes. You can usually cancel automatic renewal so the domain does not renew again at the end of the term.
Conclusion
A registered domain cannot normally be refunded because the registration is already processed with the relevant registry. For that reason, it is important to review the name and extension carefully before paying.