Do you need to transfer your website to a new host?Maybe you have found a better deal.Transferring your domain is a straightforward process, but will usually take several days to complete, while you wait for all parties involved to approve the transfer.Most of the work is done behind the scenes; you just need to fill out a few forms.
Step 1: Your contact information should be up to date.
During the transfer process, you will be contacted by both your old and new registrars.Your domain's contact information will be used by them.You can change your contact information from the control panel.You can perform a WHOIS search on your domain if you don't remember who it is.
Step 2: Send an email with another service.
Many people use an email service that is tied to their domain.You will lose access to your email service during the domain transfer process.If you want to use another email account as a secondary means of communication, make sure that you have a Gmail or Yahoo account.You should set this email as your contact email in your registration information.
Step 3: Request that your domain be unlocked.
The process for this varies depending on the registrar you currently use, but you can typicallyunlock your domain from the domain section of your control panel.This request should be made to your current domain provider.
Step 4: Request the authorization code.
You have five days to request this code from every domain.Some websites allow you to generate your code in the control panel, while others will send it to you via email.You can usually request the code from the same section of the control panel.This code is needed in order to transfer your domain.
Step 5: Don't transfer your domain recently.
You can't transfer your domain if it was created in the last 60 days.The organization that manages addresses on the internet is required by this requirement.
Step 6: The support pages are for your new registrar.
Depending on which service you are transferring to, the process for transferring your domain will be different.You should read the instructions posted on the support pages for exact instructions.
Step 7: You can visit the transfer page.
Before you can access this page, you will need to create an account.The transfer domain section can be found in the control panel, or you can start the process when you create your account.If there is no option on the website to initiate a transfer, you may need to contact the support staff.
Step 8: You're transferring a domain.
It's important to include the top level domain (.com,.net, etc.).You can transfer multiple domains at the same time.You don't need to include it.Part of the address.
Step 9: You need to enter your Authorization Code.
When asked, enter the code that you received.The transfer will not work if you enter the code wrong.
Step 10: You should verify that you are authorizing the transfer.
If you authorize the transfer, you will be contacted by your old registrar.You will be contacted using the information you have provided.Correct contact information is important here.You will not be contacted about the transfer if you are not the owner of the domain.
Step 11: Pay for the transfer.
You will need to pay for the transfer of your domain.When you transfer, some services require an additional year of renewal.You may be able to get a free transfer if you sign up with the new registrar.
Step 12: Wait for your settings to be transferred.
Once the transfer has been approved, your new server will be configured.It can take up to a few days for your changes to be recognized worldwide after the transfer has been set up.Your website should be up and running.The process will vary depending on the website you choose.An extra round of verification may be included.The support pages for the new registrar have more information.
Step 13: If you want a private domain, decide.
When a WHOIS search is performed, your contact information can be seen by the general public if you mask your domain registration information.Your name, phone number, address, and email will be hidden from view.Private registration usually costs more.
Step 14: Don't use your old service anymore.
You can cancel your service after the transfer is complete.Your website may go down until the transfer goes into effect worldwide if you don't make sure that it was successful.