If youve decided to transfer your domain name, there are few things you have to know in order to make a smooth transition from one management to another.
First, youll need to have a registrar in mind to which youd like to transfer. Knowing ahead of time ensures youre clear on all the registration regulations and you dont end up making a mountain out of a mound during the transfer process. Youll then need to apply for a transfer from the new registrar --usually this is as easy selecting the Transfer option on their website. Theyll then contact the administrator of your current domain. Be sure that the contact information for your administrator is up-to-date and accurate.
At this juncture theres a bit of a waiting game. The administrator has to accept the request from the new registrar --to authenticate the transfer. If the administrator doesnt respond with an acceptance within five days, your new registrar will assume the request was rejected and youll be in limbo. Your administrator should accept the request. A rejection means one of three things: 1) the contact info you provided is inaccurate or no longer in use, 2) your domain is involved in a legal dispute, or 3) youre facing bankruptcy.
After the request has been accepted, youve essentially made a successful transfer. The actual time it takes for your domain name to be transferred to your new registrar is usually around 10 business days; however, the time varies on registrar.
Keep in mind, in order to even consider transferring your name it mustve been active for at least 60 days. If this is the decision you need to make, dont worry. Its not a lengthy litigation process. Your only concern is the success of your website.
