I want to move my domain name to another registrar.
NOTE: this is for .COM/.NET/.ORG domain names only.
.CO.UK domains follow a different procedure and you will need to ask your new registrar for their procedure.
If you need to move your domain name to another registrar/hosting company, you will need to do 3 simple things.
- Make sure the domain is unlocked
- Make sure that you are listed as the registrant and admin on the who is details*
- Request the EPP code
To accompish the above you will need to login to your account and confirm the details and request the EPP code which you will give to your new registrar.
- Login to your account here
- Click on the My Domains Tab
- Find the domain name in the list
- Click on the edit icon (an arrow)
- This will give you the details and allow you to manage the domain
Unlock Domain Name
In order to make sure the domain is not locked, untick the "Registrar Lock" check box
Update Contact Details*
To update your contact details, click on the "Contact Details" button at the bottom of the page, change all your details and save them. This will update the records at the main registry immediately and the changes are reflected on the fly.
In order to make sure the domain is not locked, untick the "Registrar Lock" check box
Update Contact Details*
To update your contact details, click on the "Contact Details" button at the bottom of the page, change all your details and save them. This will update the records at the main registry immediately and the changes are reflected on the fly.
Request EPP Code
Once the above are confirmed, simply click on the "Get EPP code" button. This will then send the EPP code to the email account listed in the contact details for the domain. You will then give the EPP code to your new registrar.
NOTE: as of December 1st 2016, ICANN has changed the rules on domain name transfers so if you make any change to your domain name, then you have to wait 60 days before you can perform a domain transfer.
