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Domain Backorder

A service that automatically tries to register a domain the moment it expires and becomes available.

A domain backorder is a service that monitors a domain you want and automatically attempts to register it when it expires and drops. Backorder services like DropCatch, SnapNames, NameJet, and GoDaddy Auctions charge a fee to place your backorder. If multiple people backorder the same domain, the service typically runs an auction among all parties who placed backorders.