Domain names need to be unlocked by your current registrar. Sometimes it has to be done manually in their account, sometimes it happens automatically when you ask for the authcode, depending on your registrar and the extension.
Ask your current registrar for the domain transfer code, also known as authcode (authinfo). Some registrars provide you with the authcode by email, some show it in their account next to the domain name.
Start the transfer, sit back and relax. Our system will keep you updated on the status. You’ll receive a confirmation email once the transfer has processed successfully and the name is in your Moreweb account.
If you have multiple domain names or a portfolio of names you wish to transfer, we can help you consolidate all your domain names with us.
We will prepare a domain transfer plan for you, which will make the domain migration process very easy. Having and managing all your domains at one place will save you time and money.
A domain transfer is when a domain owner decides to transfer their domain name to another domain registrar. Transferring a domain name is simply the change of your domain name provider. Domain owners are free to choose their domain registrar and are entitled to transfer their domain name between domain providers as they wish. However, there is a 60 day lock period, which starts whenever a domain name has been transferred.
As you can see, there are many reasons why a domain owners might consider changing their domain provider. And there is no reason why they shouldn´t, Domain Transfers between domain registrars are generally pretty simply and straightforward. Let us know if you are considering transferring your domain names to Moreweb. We are happy to assist you with your transfer or simply take care of the transfer procedure for you.
Why keep and renew your domain name with an expensive domain provider, when you are free to transfer your domain name and get better service and cheaper prices somewhere else?
To transfer a domain name into your account with Moreweb, follow the instructions below:
Please note, gTLDs (.COM, .NET, .ORG, etc.) usually require an authcode for the transfer. You can receive the authcode from your current provider. ccTLDs have various different transfer procedures, please check on our TLD page for the exact procedure or contact our support.
Websites can go offline if a transfer includes a change of the name servers. To avoid any outage of your website, it is important to setup the zone profile of the domain on the new name servers, before initiating the transfer.
If you transfer your domain name to Moreweb, you can setup your zone profile prior to the transfer, following the below procedure:
Please note, we recommend to wait at least 24 hours before initiating the transfer, as it can take up to 24 hours until a zone file is propagated throughout the Internet. If you are not sure about the import of your BIND file, feel free to contact our support. We are more than happy to help you.
The duration of a domain transfer depends on the extension. Most generic Domain Extensions (gTLDs and nTLDs) are fully automated and the transfer works via authcode; these transfers are usually finished within a week.
You can use this as a rule of thumb: if you initiate a transfer using an authcode, the transfer should be finished within a week, otherwise something might hold up the transfer and it is worth checking the status of the transfer in your account under Pending Actions.
Country Code Domain Extensions (ccTLDs) on the other hand, are completely different. Many ccTLDs have a special unique transfer procedure, involving documents and confirmation. Few can even take up to several weeks.
Exceptions are internal domain transfers from one Moreweb customer to another, those are instant.
If you have doubts about the transfer procedure for a specific TLD, have a look at our domain landing pages. You will find all the important information there. You are also always welcome to contact us.
After you have initiated the transfer of your domain name transfer, you can track the status of the transfer procedure in your Moreweb account. The domain name will show up in your account under DOMAINS > Pending.
Our system shows the current status of the transfer and if your input is needed. In case we need additional information or help from your side (e.g. a new authcode), the system will shows the required piece of information.
Internal transfers between two Moreweb customers are very fast and simple. The two involved customers have to follow the steps below:
Transfer-out customer (Losing customer)
Single domain:
Multiple domains:
Transfer-in customer (Gaining customer)
The transfer to another registrar has to be initiated with your new registrar. Please ask your new registrar what they require in order to initiate the transfer. In your Moreweb account you can already prepare the transfer and unlock the domain name(s):
Some domain extensions require an authorization code for the transfer. If required by your domain, the authcode will be automatically sent to your account email address after a security waiting period of 5 days.
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