Domain Name Transfer

Typically yes, as long as it wasn’t newly registered or previously transferred within the past 60 days. Some modifications to a domain name, such as changing registrant details, may prevent a transfer if the modifications were made within the past 60 days. Most Top-Level Domains (TLDs) are supported, including .com, .net, .org and many others. If in doubt, please contact us.

It will typically take about a week to transfer a domain name, provided there are no delays in approving the transfer. Often a transfer can be completed much sooner, even as soon as the same day. This is dependent on the responsiveness of the current domain registrar and how long it takes to approve the transfer. In order to avoid delays, ensure that the domain name is unlocked and the authorization code is correct prior to initiating a transfer.

You will need an authorization code from your current domain registrar. This may also be referred to as an authorization key or EPP key. The domain name also must be unlocked. Additionally, ensure that any WHOIS, ID, or privacy protection features are disabled, and that your contact information is correct. You should be able to check these items in the client control panel of your existing registrar.

Please contact us if you need assistance locating the authorization code or unlocking your domain.

Once you place your order, you will receive an email from your current domain registrar requesting that you approve or deny the transfer. You must approve the transfer in order for it to proceed. Next, your current registrar must also approve the transfer. They have up to five days to do this, however, often this period can be bypassed in their control panel or by contacting their support team. Once approved, the transfer will be complete.

Your current registrar will usually approve the transfer unless there are any pending administrative or billing-related issues that must be resolved. A transfer may also fail if the domain is locked, the provided authorization code is incorrect, or if the domain was registered, transferred or modified within the past 60 days.