Auto-Renew automatically renews your domain before expiration using your available payment method or account balance. Enabling Auto-Renew helps prevent accidental expiration and service interruption.
This guide explains how to enable or disable Auto-Renew for your domain.
Why Use Auto-Renew?
Auto-Renew helps:
- Prevent accidental domain expiration
- Avoid website and email downtime
- Reduce the risk of domain loss
- Maintain uninterrupted services
Important Requirements
For Auto-Renew to work successfully:
- A valid payment method must be available
- Your stored payment method must remain active
- Your account balance must contain sufficient funds if using prepaid balance
Failed payments may prevent automatic renewal.
How to Enable or Disable Auto-Renew
Step 1 — Log In
Log in to your InternetBS account.
Step 2 — Open Domain Management
By default, you will land on the Domains page.
Select the domain you want to manage.
Step 3 — Locate Auto-Renew Settings
Find the Auto-Renew option.
Step 4 — Toggle the Setting
Select:
- Enable to turn Auto-Renew on
- Disable to turn Auto-Renew off
Your changes should save immediately.
What Happens When Auto-Renew Is Enabled?
Before the domain expires:
- InternetBS attempts automatic payment
- The domain renewal order is processed automatically
If successful:
- The expiration date is extended
What Happens If Automatic Payment Fails?
If payment cannot be processed:
- Renewal may fail
- The domain may expire if no manual payment is made
Common causes include:
- Expired credit cards
- Insufficient funds
- Bank authorization declines
- Removed stored payment methods
Best Practices
To avoid renewal issues:
- Regularly review stored payment methods
- Ensure card expiration dates are current
- Maintain sufficient account balance
- Monitor renewal confirmation emails
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Auto-Renew guarantee renewal?
No. Successful renewal depends on valid payment processing.
Can I manually renew even with Auto-Renew enabled?
Yes. Manual renewals can still be placed.
When does Auto-Renew process?
Timing varies depending on the domain extension and registry requirements.
Can I enable Auto-Renew for multiple domains?
Yes. Auto-Renew settings are typically managed individually per domain.
Need Assistance?
If Auto-Renew is not functioning correctly or your domain was not renewed automatically, please contact the InternetBS support team.