# Domain Renewal

> How custom domain renewal works, including auto-renewal and failure handling.

- Web page: https://documentation.federated.computer/platform/coreplatform/domains/domain-renewal/

Custom domains are registered for one year at a time. You host automatically handles renewal so your domains stay active without manual intervention.

## Auto-Renewal

By default, all custom domains are set to **auto-renew**. Before a domain expires, the platform will charge the renewal fee to your account (balance first, then card) and renew the registration for another year.

You can toggle auto-renewal on or off for individual domains from the Domains page. Only **Owners** and **Admins** can change this setting.

> **Warning:** If you disable auto-renewal, you are responsible for renewing the domain before it expires. An expired domain may become available for registration by others and can disrupt your Cores and services.

## Renewal Failures

If a renewal charge fails (e.g., due to an expired card or insufficient balance), you'll receive a notification email. The platform will attempt the renewal again, but it's important to ensure your payment method is up to date to avoid service interruption.

## Federated Domains

Federated-managed domains (`federatedcomputer.cloud`, `federatedcomputer.net`, `fedcom.net`) are maintained by Federated Computer and never expire or require renewal from your side.