The .fr domain extension is specifically designed for businesses and professionals with a presence in France. This guide outlines essential information about registering, transferring, and managing .fr domains.

Key Features and Requirements:

• Country code top-level domain (ccTLD)
• Subject to specific French registry regulations
• Available for registration, transfer, or connection to websites

Expiration and Renewal Rules:

Tucows Registrar:

• No automatic renewal available
• 30-day redemption period after expiration
• Must contact Tucows directly for renewal during redemption

Key-Systems Registrar:

• 30-day renewal window after expiration
• Domain recovery may not be possible after removal from account dashboard
• Contact support to verify reactivation possibilities

Important Considerations:

• No five-day grace period for cancellations
• Cancellations are non-refundable
• Verify domain name spelling before registration
• Domain transfers include one additional year of registration
• Previous registration period is forfeited upon transfer
• New renewal date corresponds to transfer completion date

Domain Management:

• Can be registered directly through domain providers
• Available for transfer between registrars
• Can be connected from third-party providers
• Domain pricing varies (check current rates with providers)

These guidelines apply to registration and transfer processes only. Third-party domain connections are exempt from these requirements.

Note: The specifics of .fr domain registration and management must comply with French registry policies and may be subject to change.

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