Domains

Domain Transfer

Q: Domain transfer reminders and exceptions*

To transfer a domain, please keep the following in mind: The domain must not be: a recent registration or transfer (within 60 days), expired, or about to expire (we recommend initiating a transfer at least 2 weeks before a domain expires). Ensure your Whois email address is current as that is the address we will use to authorize the transfer. Each domain transfer extends your domain registration by one year, with a few top-level domains being the exception. When you transfer a domain, 1 year is added to the expiration date in most cases except: Your domain expired at your previous registrar, then you renewed it during the renewal grace period, and transferred it to us within 45 days of the renewal. Adding a year to the domain will exceed the maximum registration period (usually 10 years, but it varies) for each domain. When you are transferring a .BE, .EU, or .DE domain, one year is added to the transfer completion date, not the expiration date. For .UK and .LT domains, you need to ask your current registrar to push the domain to us. There is no cost to do this and no time is added to the domain. .NL domains retain their pre-transfer expiration date and then are automatically renewed for you closer to their expiration date. This is because the .NL registry only allows for 1 year of registration. .AI domains include a 2-year renewal when transferred as they can only be registered or renewed in 2-year increments. For .AT, .CH and .LV domains, domain transfers do not extend the domain registration period as they do not include a renewal upon transfer. Please note that we do not currently accept .NGO domain transfers.

Find a new home for your domains by transferring to Dynadot

Our domain transfer perks

Free domain privacy

Free website builder

Free email

1-year renewal with most transfers*

How to transfer your domain name

1. Unlock

Unlock your domain and copy the authentication code.

2. Provide Info

Enter the domain and the authentication code above to start your domain transfer.

3. Verify

Authorize the domain transfer via the email sent to your Whois email address.

4. Approve

Confirm the domain transfer with your previous registrar if they contact you.

transferring the cooldomainname.com domain name with authorization code entered

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Before your domain transfer

Before beginning the process to transfer your domain, keep the following in mind:

Domain Transfer Guide

No recent changes

The domain must not be a recent registration or transfer (within 60 days), expired, or about to expire (we recommend initiating a transfer at least 2 weeks before a domain expires).

Whois email address is current

Ensure your Whois email address is current as that is the address we will use to authorize the transfer.

1 year extension

Each domain transfer extends your domain registration by one year (with some exceptions - explore those below.)

Domain Transfer Guide

Why transfer your domains to Dynadot

With decades of experience and a dedicated team, we continually improve our services, making it easy to manage - from a single .COM to a portfolio of thousands of domains. Our prices are among the lowest, and transfers are quick, so you can get started as soon as you're ready.

Domain Management

We provide extensive options to help you manage the process of registering, organizing, and setting up your domains.

Save More

Regular sales and promotions mean that we offer some of the lowest domain prices available.

Transparent Pricing

Beyond low prices across all of our available domains, we make sure that there are no hidden fees or upselling when purchasing on the Dynadot platform.

Live Support

We take customer service and support seriously. Contact us whenever you have an issue or a question, and our team will find a solution.

Domain Aftermarket

Upgrade and grow your portfolio with valuable domain acquisitions.

Powerful Tools

From our website builder to our app to our industry-recognized API, we're always growing and improving our suite of domain tools to meet your needs.

Transfer Domain FAQs

Domain transfer reminders and exceptions*

The domain must not be: a recent registration or transfer (within 60 days), expired, or about to expire (we recommend initiating a transfer at least 2 weeks before a domain expires).

Ensure your Whois email address is current as that is the address we will use to authorize the transfer.

Each domain transfer extends your domain registration by one year, with a few top-level domains being the exception.

When you transfer a domain, 1 year is added to the expiration date in most cases except:

Your domain expired at your previous registrar, then you renewed it during the renewal grace period, and transferred it to us within 45 days of the renewal.

Adding a year to the domain will exceed the maximum registration period (usually 10 years, but it varies) for each domain.

When you are transferring a .IT, .BE, .EU, or .DE domain, one year is added to the transfer completion date, not the expiration date.

For .UK and .LT domains, you need to ask your current registrar to push the domain to us. There is no cost to do this and no time is added to the domain.

.NL domains retain their pre-transfer expiration date and then are automatically renewed for you closer to their expiration date. This is because the .NL registry only allows for 1 year of registration.

.AI domains include a 2-year renewal when transferred as they can only be registered or renewed in 2-year increments.

For .AT, .SO, .CH and .LV domains, domain transfers do not extend the domain registration period as they do not include a renewal upon transfer.

Please note that we do not currently accept .NGO domain transfers.

Why should I transfer domains to Dynadot?

We make it easy to manage and grow your domain portfolio with low prices, a clean control panel, and a solid aftermarket.
Plus, every transfer adds a year to your domain's registration, so it's smarter than renewing elsewhere.

How long does it take to complete a domain transfer?

Domain transfers can take anywhere from 5-15 days.

Will my website/email be affected during the domain transfer?

In most cases no. This is because the name servers for your domain are not changed during the domain transfer.

Will I lose my domain if the domain transfer fails?

No, your domain will just remain at your original registrar.

I can't get my previous registrar to update my Whois email address. Can I still transfer my domain?

You must be able to receive mail at your Whois email address, so you can authorize the transfer. We cannot complete your transfer otherwise.

I can't get my domain transfer authorization code from my previous registrar. Can you still transfer my domain?

Sorry, we cannot transfer a domain without a valid auth code.

Can I transfer my domain if it is expired?

You are welcome to try, but chances are it will not work. Most registrars require you to renew before you can transfer a domain away.

Do I get my money back if the domain transfer fails?

Your account will be credited the full domain transfer fee. The credit can be used for any future purchases. Sorry, we cannot issue a cash refund.

How do I move a domain between two Dynadot accounts?

This is actually a change owner request and not a domain transfer. A change ownership request is free and can be started by the domain owner on our control panel change owner page.

How do I transfer in a .UK domain?

Transferring a .UK domain is different than most domain transfers. To transfer your .UK domain to Dynadot follow the steps here.

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