Understanding the domain name ownership transfer process

This article explains the domain name transfer process, which starts after your payment has been received and verified.

Here’s what we cover in this article:

1. What is a Domain Transfer?
2. What is a Registrar?
3. How long does a domain name transfer take?
4. Can I choose the registrar?

What is a Domain Transfer?

A domain transfer is switching your domain name from one registrar to another. Once a transfer has been made, the new registrar will maintain all relevant information regarding the domain and the registrant.

What is a Registrar?

A domain name registrar is a company that manages the reservation of Internet domain names and the assignment of IP addresses for those domain names. Some examples of popular domain name registrars include GoDaddy, NameCheap, and Dynadot.

How long does a domain name transfer take?

A domain name transfer can take 1-8 days, depending on the registrar to which the domain is currently registered and the registrar to whom we're sending it. Typically, if you use the same registrar where the domain resides presently, the transfer is the quickest since the domain only changes accounts. We can often deliver the domain name to your account within one business day.

Can I choose the registrar?

Yes, we can transfer your new domain name to your preferred registrar. However, we recommend using the same registrar where the domain is currently since the transfer is the quickest since the domain only changes accounts.