Beware of Domain Name Services Mail Notices: A Common Domain Renewal Scam

Adam Corder
Oct 30
2 min read

⚠️ Beware of “Domain Name Services” Mail Notices: A Common Domain Renewal Scam

Scam Alert: Official-looking mail notices from Domain Name Services claim your website’s domain is about to expire — but it’s a fraudulent solicitation, not a legitimate renewal notice.

The letter appears professional and urgent, mentioning your real domain and expiration date (like domain.com expiring on January 7, 2026) and offering a “5-Year Renewal for $265”.It includes a QR code, payment stub, and phrases like:

“Act today to retain exclusive rights to your domain.”“Reply Requested By: November 24, 2025.”

These details make it look official — but it’s not from your real registrar.

🚨 Why This is a Scam

The letter mimics a renewal invoice to trick businesses into paying or transferring their domain registration. It includes small-print disclaimers like “This notice is not a bill” while using scare tactics about losing your domain name.

According to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), “Domain Name Services” — located at 2316 Delaware Ave., #306, Buffalo, NY — has received numerous consumer complaints for deceptive marketing.🔗 Read the BBB warning here

🕵️ How to Spot Similar Scams

Mailed letters instead of registrar emails.
Unknown sender or business address.
Inflated renewal fees (like $265 for five years).
Urgent language — “Act today!” or “Reply by [date].”
Fine print disclaimers stating it’s an “offer” or “solicitation.”

🧠 What To Do If You Receive One

Don’t send payment or personal info.
Check your actual domain registrar account (GoDaddy, Google Domains, etc.) to confirm your renewal status.
Report deceptive mailings to the FTC and BBB.
Educate your staff so accounting teams don’t mistakenly pay them.

🛡️ NSAO’s Commitment to Cyber Awareness

At NSAO, we’re dedicated to protecting our clients and community from digital fraud. Scams like these exploit confusion about domain ownership.

If you ever receive questionable mail or emails about your website, reach out to your web or IT team — or contact NSAO for verification.

✅ Summary

“Domain Name Services” is not your registrar.
Their “Domain Name Expiration Notice” is a deceptive solicitation.
Always verify before you pay — and renew directly through your legitimate domain provider.