IONOS (1&1) Domain Renewal (2026)

Services Offered

1IONOS introductory domain prices are very low but renewal rates can be significantly higher—plan for the price increase after year one.
2Cancel auto-renewal for domains you no longer need well before expiration to avoid being charged at the higher renewal rate.
3Beware of bundled services (like email or hosting) that may auto-renew with your domain—review your billing settings regularly.
4Transfer domains you want to keep long-term to a registrar with more consistent renewal pricing if IONOS rates increase too much.

Why are IONOS renewal prices higher than initial prices?

IONOS uses aggressive introductory pricing to attract customers, with renewal prices reverting to standard market rates after the first term.

Does IONOS offer a grace period for expired domains?

Yes, IONOS provides a grace period of approximately 30 days for most TLDs, during which you can renew without additional fees.

Can I keep my domain with IONOS without using their hosting?

Yes, you can manage domains independently through the IONOS control panel and point them to any hosting provider using custom DNS settings.