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Overview

This node integrates with the Namecheap API to manage domain-related operations. Specifically, the "Domain" resource with the "Renew" operation allows users to renew an existing domain registration for a specified number of years. This is useful for maintaining ownership and control over domains before they expire.

Common scenarios include:

  • Automatically renewing domains to prevent expiration.
  • Extending domain registration periods in bulk for multiple domains.
  • Managing domain lifecycle within automated workflows.

Example: Renew the domain "example.com" for 2 years to ensure continued ownership without manual intervention.

Properties

Name Meaning
Domain Name The domain name to operate on (e.g., "example.com").
Years Number of years to renew the domain registration for. Allowed values: 1 to 10 years.

Output

The node outputs a JSON object with the following structure:

{
  "success": true,
  "data": { /* response data from the Namecheap API for the renew operation */ }
}
  • success: A boolean indicating whether the renewal was successful.
  • data: Contains the detailed response from the Namecheap API regarding the renewal operation.

No binary data output is produced by this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an active connection to the Namecheap API.
  • Needs an API authentication token or key configured in n8n credentials to authorize requests.
  • The node depends on the internal classes handling domain operations that wrap the Namecheap API endpoints.

Troubleshooting

  • Common issues:

    • Invalid domain name format or non-existent domain.
    • Attempting to renew a domain that is not eligible for renewal (e.g., expired beyond grace period).
    • Insufficient permissions or invalid API credentials.
    • Network connectivity issues preventing API calls.

  • Error messages:

    • "The operation "renew" is not known for resource "domain"!" — indicates a misconfiguration of the operation parameter.
    • API errors returned from Namecheap will be surfaced as error messages; check the message for details such as invalid domain or renewal limits.

  • Resolutions:

    • Verify the domain name is correct and currently registered.
    • Ensure the API credentials are valid and have necessary permissions.
    • Confirm the number of years is between 1 and 10.
    • Check network connectivity and retry if transient errors occur.

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