Requesting a name that is not available.
WHAT IT IS
A request to acquire a specific name if it becomes available.
WHEN TO USE IT
The name is registered to someone else The name is not currently listed You want to be in position if it is released
WHAT IT DOES NOT DO
Guarantee you will get the name.
Others may want it, and the current owner may simply renew.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT BECOMES AVAILABLE
You are notified.
If several people backordered it, it may go to auction between them.
WHAT TO CONSIDER
Most backordered names are renewed by their owners and never become available.
WHAT IT COSTS
Whatever is stated when you place it.
Check whether that is charged upfront or on success.
HOW MANY TO PLACE
As many as you would genuinely buy.
WHAT TO CHECK
The expiry date of the name, where visible.
That tells you when anything might happen.
WHAT TO DO MEANWHILE
Consider alternatives. Most wanted names have them.
