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Domain Transfer Checklist

Moving your domain to a new registrar (or to us) is a different process from moving a website — the domain is the address itself. Here's how to transfer it safely.

Note: a domain transfer moves where the domain is registered. If you're instead pointing an existing domain at our hosting, see Point your domain.

Before you transfer

  • [ ] Unlock the domain. Most domains are "locked" by default. Unlock it at your current registrar.
  • [ ] Get the authorization code (EPP). Your registrar gives you a transfer code (also called an auth code or EPP code).
  • [ ] Wait 60 days if needed. Some registrars block transfers within 60 days of registration or a recent transfer.
  • [ ] Confirm the domain is at least 60 days old. Newly registered domains often can't transfer immediately.
  • [ ] Check your contact info is up to date. The transfer confirmation goes to the domain's registered email.

During the transfer

  • [ ] Start the transfer. Provide the auth code to the new registrar (us).
  • [ ] Approve the transfer. Confirm the transfer request from the email you receive.
  • [ ] Wait for the transfer to complete. This usually takes a few days to a week.

After the transfer

Things to know

  • Your site may briefly go down during a transfer if DNS changes. Test after it settles.
  • The transfer doesn't change your website content — it only moves the domain registration. Your hosting is separate.
  • Keep the domain's contact email current — that's how you'll get renewal and transfer notices.

Not sure? Contact support and we'll walk you through it.