How Long After A Domain Name Expires....
 

How long after a domain name expires will it be available for purchase? I know that there's a process that a name goes thru and it takes a while before it's available again....what is that process and how long does it take?

I've got my eye on a domain that expired on Nov 22, 2004...how long before it'll be available?

Cheers,

-d

Exactly what I was looking for - thanks!

I have used SnapNames before to make sure i get a name right after it expires...

I was wondering what the best way to go about this would be....to backorder it from a registrar or to try to contact the owner and offer him a little cash to renew and transfer it to me. I tried to email him but the email bounced back...user unknown. He probably doesn't even know he's losing it because the emails from the registrar are probably bouncing as well.

thoughts?