Bought a domain with bluehost, let it expire because it was a nightmare, I still want the domain, am I screwed?
Basically I bought a domain with bluehost, it has been nothing but a nightmare. I let is expire thinking I could just get it from wix for free after the day it expired (12/8/24) only to find out about the grace period and the redemption period. I got an email on 1/20 saying my services were expiring and but when I tried to claim it on wix it still says its taken. Who is says network solutions now owns it so I called them and they were totally unhelpful (I'm now learning they belong to the same company newfold digital and both suck) but before that they talked me into a domain back order (which I'm now thinking wad a terrible decision).
Anyways if anyone has any insight or advice on how I can keep my domain without spending a ton of money that would be helpful.
If I don't get my domain back I have to make all new business cards, flyers, yard signs, magnets and I'd really rather not. Thanks!
Edit to add domain who is info
Edit: thanks for everyone who was helpful
2nd edit: i paid $100 and got it back. lesson learned