What a Domain Transfer Looks Like
Web hosting isn’t just about servers and cloud infrastructure; maintaining a website and keeping it successfully active has to do with a lot more than just launching it. As time passes, organizations can change, which is why there may come a time when you want to switch up some stuff about it.
This can include getting a CA verified SSL certificate for foolproof encryption and authentication or switching from shared hosting to VPS SSD hosting. One extremely basic part of your website that you may want to change is your domain name.
What is a Domain Transfer?
A domain transfer is the process through which a person or organization transfers their domain name to a different registrar. Not all domain registrars provide the same benefits, as beyond locking down a URL, domain registrars provide features for creating the perfect website.
If your domain is linked to a web hosting service that you’re not happy with anymore, domain transfers become even more crucial. To switch to a newer and better web hosting provider, you may have to perform a transfer to get onto your new provider’s recommendation for a registrar.
What the Process Entails
The first step is to disable the registrar lock. The registrar lock is essentially a security measure that stops unauthorized or undocumented transfers from taking place. Depending on your registrar, the location of this option may be in different places.
Next, you’ll have to get an authorization code, also known as an EPP code. The EPP code will be sent only to the registered email address, kind of like 2-step verification for your Facebook account. This ensures that a hacker isn’t performing these tasks.
Next, you’ll have to choose a new registrar, or go to the one that your new web hosting platform recommends. At the new registrar you’ll have to essentially register yourself, but with the option that creates a transfer.
You may also have to pay up, depending on the registrar. As with all other kinds of services, you get what you pay for, so don’t skimp out.
What to Do When You’re a Tech Novice
Although the domain transfer process is pretty simple, if you’re hiring a new web hosting platform provider, you may just want to leave it to them. The problem arises when your old provider and your new provider must successfully transfer your whole website to the new servers.
This process can be complex, and as domain transfers are just one part of this; you can leave it to the experts.
At JoivHost, we take domain transfers in stride when we take new clients on, which is why you can rest assured your website will remain functional and will even get some important upgrades. Reach out to us to learn more about our shared SSD hosting plans, dedicated servers hosting and VPS hosting options