Understanding Domain Status Codes – What They Mean and Why They Matter
If you’ve ever run a WHOIS lookup on a domain, you’ve probably seen a list of cryptic status codes like clientTransferProhibited, pendingDelete, or serverHold. While these codes are critical to understanding the current state of a domain, they’re rarely explained in plain language—and can be confusing even for experienced developers and IT pros.
I came across this helpful article from OpenSRS that provides a clear, concise breakdown of what each domain status code actually means and how it affects domain ownership, transfers, renewals, and more:
👉 What Do Domain Status Codes Mean?
If you manage domains or work in web hosting, registrar operations, or app deployment, it’s definitely worth a read. It’s short, informative, and will likely save you some headaches down the road.
Thought this might be useful to others.
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