Information about how to transfer a domain registration between domain registrars.
If you want to move your domain name from one registrar to another, you need to follow some steps to ensure a smooth and secure transfer. Here are the main steps you should take:
- Unlock your domain name at your current registrar. This will remove the protection that prevents unauthorized transfers.
- Get the authorization code (also known as EPP code or transfer key) from your current registrar. This is a unique code that verifies your ownership of the domain name.
- Initiate the transfer at your new registrar. You will need to enter the domain name and the authorization code you obtained in the previous step.
- Confirm the transfer via email. You will receive an email from your new registrar asking you to confirm the transfer. You may also receive an email from your current registrar asking you to confirm or cancel the transfer.
- Wait for the transfer to complete. The transfer process may take up to 10 days, depending on the domain extension and the registrars involved. You can check the status of your transfer at your new registrar’s website.
Once the transfer is complete, you will be able to manage your domain name at your new registrar. You may need to update your nameservers or DNS records to point your domain name to your website or email service.
Hello, and welcome to my blog! Today I’m going to show you how to transfer a domain name from one registrar to another registrar. This is a very useful skill if you want to switch hosting providers, change your domain name extension, or simply get a better deal on your domain name registration.
Transferring a domain name is not as hard as it sounds, but it does require some preparation and patience. Here are the steps you need to follow:
- Unlock your domain name at your current registrar. This is a security measure that prevents unauthorized transfers. You can usually do this from your domain management dashboard or by contacting your registrar’s support team.
- Get the authorization code (also known as EPP code or transfer key) for your domain name. This is a unique code that identifies your domain name and allows you to initiate the transfer. You can usually get this code from your domain management dashboard or by requesting it from your registrar’s support team.
- Choose a new registrar that offers the domain name extension you want. You can compare different registrars based on their prices, features, customer reviews, etc. Make sure you check their terms and conditions before you sign up.
- Initiate the transfer at your new registrar. You will need to enter the domain name and the authorization code you obtained in step 2. You will also need to provide some contact information and payment details for the transfer fee. The transfer fee may vary depending on the registrar and the domain name extension, but it usually includes a one-year renewal of your domain name.
- Confirm the transfer via email. You will receive an email from your current registrar asking you to confirm or cancel the transfer. You will also receive an email from your new registrar asking you to verify your contact information and accept their terms and conditions. You need to respond to both emails within a certain time frame (usually 5 days) to complete the transfer.
- Wait for the transfer to complete. The transfer process may take up to 10 days, depending on the domain name extension and the registrars involved. You can check the status of your transfer at both registrars’ websites or by using a third-party tool like Whois.net. During this time, your domain name will remain active and accessible at your current registrar.
- Update your DNS settings at your new registrar. Once the transfer is complete, you will need to point your domain name to your new hosting provider’s servers. You can do this by changing the nameservers or the DNS records of your domain name at your new registrar’s website. You may need to wait up to 48 hours for the DNS changes to propagate across the internet.
That’s it! You have successfully transferred your domain name from one registrar to another registrar. Congratulations! I hope you found this tutorial helpful and informative. If you have any questions or feedback, please leave a comment below or contact me via email. Thank you for reading my blog!