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ICANN's own answer to whether you can own a domain forever: registrars sell registrations in one-year increments and the remaining term can never exceed ten years.

FAQs: How long does a domain registration last?

From icann.org by ICANN FAQ

  • You cannot buy a domain permanently; the maximum remaining term is ten years.
  • Buy from an ICANN-accredited registrar.
  • Renew before expiry to keep it.
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ICANN's guide to renewal: if you do not renew before the domain expires you risk losing it for a short time or for good, and ICANN cannot give it back.

Renewing Domain Names

From icann.org by ICANN Guide

  • Renew before expiry; ICANN cannot transfer an expired domain back to you.
  • Turn on auto-renew with a card that will not lapse.
  • Keep your registrar contact email current so renewal notices reach you.
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