Transferring a Domain Name to Another Registrar: A Step-by-Step Guide
Transferring your domain name from DOMAIN INDIA to another registrar is a simple process, provided you follow the correct steps. Here’s how you can ensure a smooth and successful transfer:
1. Check Domain Transfer Eligibility
Before starting the transfer process, verify that your domain name is eligible for transfer:
- Domain Age: The domain must be at least 60 days old.
- No Recent Transfers: Ensure that the domain has not been transferred within the last 60 days.
- Active Status: The domain should not be in a pending delete or redemption period.
2. Obtain Your Domain (Transfer) Secret/Authorization Code
Every domain name has a Domain (Transfer) Secret Key, also known as an Authorization Code (EPP Code), which is required to transfer a domain to another registrar. Here’s how you can obtain it:
- Log in to Your Member Control Panel: Visit DOMAIN INDIA Member Login and log in with your credentials.
- Access My Domains: After logging in, navigate to the 'My Domains' section and click on the 'Manage' button next to the domain you wish to transfer.
- Get the EPP Code: Scroll down and select the 'Get EPP Code' option. This code will be emailed to the registered email address associated with the domain.
3. Prepare for Transfer
Before initiating the transfer with the new registrar:
- Disable WHOIS Privacy Protection: Some registrars require WHOIS privacy to be disabled before transferring.
- Ensure Domain is Unlocked: Your domain must be unlocked for transfer. You can unlock it in the 'Manage' section where you obtained the EPP code.
4. Initiate the Transfer at the New Registrar
- Submit Transfer Request: Go to your new registrar's website and follow their process for transferring a domain. You will need to provide the EPP code you obtained earlier.
- Verify Transfer Request: Check your email for a confirmation from the new registrar. This may include a link to approve the transfer.
5. Confirmation and Approval by DOMAIN INDIA
Once the transfer is initiated:
- Notification: DOMAIN INDIA will receive a transfer request notification. We will send an email to the registrant and administrative contacts of the domain.
- Approval: If the registrant or administrative contact approves the transfer, the domain will be transferred within 5 days.
6. Completing the Transfer
- Automatic Transfer: If no action is taken by the registrant or administrative contact, the transfer will automatically proceed after 5 days.
- Domain Renewal: The transfer process usually includes a domain renewal, extending the domain registration for an additional year.
Additional Tips
- Timing: The best time to transfer a domain is well before the expiration date to avoid any disruptions.
- Fees: The transfer cost often includes a renewal, making it almost free, as you’re essentially paying for the renewal period.
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Detailed Domain Transfer Guide: For a comprehensive understanding of the domain transfer process, including best practices and additional tips, please refer to our Domain Transfer Guide.
