
.fr Domain Registration and Management Guidelines
A .fr domain name is France's official country code top-level domain (ccTLD). This domain extension is primarily designed for businesses and individuals operating in France.
Key Registration Requirements:
- Must have a physical presence or operations in France
- Available through domain registrars like Tucows and Key-Systems
- One-year registration period for new transfers
Expiration and Renewal:
- 30-day grace period for renewal after expiration
- No 5-day cancellation grace period
- No refunds available once registered
- Renewal date changes to match transfer completion date when moving to a new registrar
Important Considerations:
- New transfers receive a fresh one-year registration period
- Previous registration time doesn't carry over during transfers
- Double-check domain name accuracy before registering
- Verify registration requirements are met before purchase
For Domain Expiration:
Tucows Registrar:
- 30-day grace period for renewal requests
- Must contact Tucows directly for renewal
- Domains return to registrar after expiration
Key-Systems Registrar:
- Approximately 30-day renewal window
- Domain must be renewed before dashboard removal
- Contact support for possible reactivation if renewal window missed
Note: These rules apply specifically to .fr domain registration and transfers. Different guidelines may apply when connecting an existing .fr domain from a third-party provider.
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