If your domain displays a “This domain is parked” page, the mostly likely reason is that the domain has expired. Less commonly the domain name may have been purposefully deleted.
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Depending on when the domain name expired, you may be able to restore your domain.
- Log into your WordPress.com account.
- Visit the Purchases section of your dashboard.
- Locate the domain name and look at the domain status to identify if the domain can be restored.
While not guaranteed, recovering a domain that was purposefully canceled may be possible. If you’re having trouble getting your domain back after you’ve canceled it, please contact support immediately for help.
If you recently renewed your domain name, you can check our guide on common domain troubleshooting steps to get your domain back online.