Redomain process

Author: Leo Kobes Published: Updated: Product information last verified: 22 July 2026

The Redomain process consists of preparation, handover and monetization. The most important step happens before submission: making sure the domain really is dispensable – because the handover is irrevocable.

Redomain process: check the domain, obtain the auth code, irrevocable handover, monetization, possible share

Step by step

  1. Select the domain: Which domain should be handed over?
  2. Check the need: Is the domain really no longer needed – not even for redirects, subdomains or old contracts?
  3. Back up content: Export website data, databases and media files.
  4. Check email addresses and services: Do not leave any active mailboxes, logins or API keys tied to the domain.
  5. Check dependencies: Document and resolve trademark, customer and redirect dependencies.
  6. Request the auth code: From your current provider – unless the domain is already in your DomainCatcher portfolio; then the release in the domain management area is sufficient. For .de domains you can enter the auth code directly in the Redomain process.
  7. Submit: Submit the domain to Redomain via DomainCatcher.
  8. Confirm the irrevocable handover: From now on, the domain no longer belongs to you.
  9. Monetization: DomainCatcher tries to monetize the domain – without any guarantee.
  10. Share on proceeds: If proceeds are achieved, a share is paid out under the rules applicable at the time – see proceeds and share.

Are you ready for the handover?

This checklist is informational and transfers no data – it runs entirely in your browser. The detailed version with a print view: Redomain checklist.

Important: Redomain is irrevocable

The handover to Redomain is irrevocable. Once the process has started, the domain no longer belongs to you. All that remains is a possible claim to the share of proceeds applicable at the time. Monetization or a sale is not guaranteed.

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