How to backorder a domain?

[JimHalpert]

I see on whois that a domain has expired but somehow the registrar still is holding it.

How do I place a backorder on this domain? I have tried Namejet.com to place backorders but it seems like Namejet only provides backorder for sites they list (ie. if you have a site not on their list, you can't place a backorder on them). Are there such services out there?

Thanks.

 

[Dr Doomain]

You can use Godaddy or Dropcatch

 

[JimHalpert]

You can use Godaddy or Dropcatch

The domain is actually on godaddy. But godaddy seems to be functioning strangely. It is listed on the auction page for $22. But when I click it, the figure explodes to $44. Not sure whats going on....

 

[uncutu]

sounds like regular shady godaddy practice business as usual
surprised its not $2,222 upon the next refresh

 

[HiPurple]

I have tried Namejet.com to place backorders but it seems like Namejet only provides backorder for sites they list .

Correct, NameJet is the auction house partner for eNom, DirectNIC, etc.

GoDaddy is its own auction house partner, as well as for Wild West, PDR, etc.

 

[AngelSeo]

The domain is actually on godaddy. But godaddy seems to be functioning strangely. It is listed on the auction page for $22. But when I click it, the figure explodes to $44. Not sure whats going on....

Its quite normal. You are paying the auction price ($22) then for the renewal / transfer of the domain, and then VAT (if you are in EU) so the price naturally goes up.

 

[JimHalpert]

Its quite normal. You are paying the auction price ($22) then for the renewal / transfer of the domain, and then VAT (if you are in EU) so the price naturally goes up.

Thanks alot for the explanation. Damn fingers crossed then