How to transfer a Domain in?

What is the domain transfer?

A domain transfer refers to the process of moving a domain name from one domain registrar to another. Individuals or organizations may choose to transfer their domain to take advantage of better pricing, improved customer support, enhanced features, or more user-friendly management tools offered by a different registrar.

Follow these Steps to transfer your domain to BoostedHost:

1: Is your domain name eligible for transfer?

To confirm that your domain is eligible for transfer, log in to your current registrar and verify the following: a: Your domain must have been registered for at least 60 days and must not have been transferred between registrars within the past 60 days, as per ICANN's transfer policy.

b: Additionally, ensure that the domain is not locked or on hold with your current registrar. Domains are automatically locked for 60 days after registration, contact modification, or a recent transfer, so you’ll need to wait until this period has passed before initiating a transfer.

2: Unlock domain name for transfer.

a: Before transferring your domain, you’ll need to unlock it. Most domain registrars lock domains by default to protect them from accidental changes or unauthorized transfers. You can usually unlock your domain through your registrar’s dashboard, but if you’re unsure how, check their help section or contact support.

b: Get EPP Code Once unlocked, you’ll also need to obtain the Authorization Code (also known as an Auth or EPP code). This code is required for transferring most domain types, including .com, .net, .org, .io, .co, and many others. If the code isn’t available in your account, please reach out to your registrar and request it.

3: Submit the Transfer through your BoostedHost account.

a: Log in to your BoostedHost account at https://panel.boostedhost.com/. b: In the left-side menu, locate and click on the "Domains" tab, and then click on the "Transfer in a Domain" tab.

c: On Domain transfer page please type your domain name and click "Search" and BoostedHost will check the entered domain's eligibility for transfer with the price. Please click the "Add to Cart" tab. For testing we're using "boostedhost.com" domain in this guide for transfer.

d: On the next page, Enter the "EPP Code / Auth Code" in the respective field. Ad the nameservers of your choice or leave them by default as BoostedHost nameservers. Fill out the payment details and click on the "Checkout" button to place the order.

After you submit a domain transfer request, both your current and new registrars will typically contact you via email to confirm the transfer. Once approved, the transfer is initiated at the registry level, and the domain enters a "pending transfer" status. This stage usually lasts up to 5 days, after which the transfer is automatically approved if no issues arise. Once approved, it may take an additional 24 to 48 hours for the registry to finalize the transfer and update the domain's status with the new registrar.

Special Note: Please ensure that the invoice is paid immediately after checkout; otherwise, the domain transfer cannot be processed. To avoid any interruptions, we recommend adding funds to your BoostedHost account in advance. BoostedHost supports a variety of payment methods, including PayPal, Visa/MasterCard, Stripe, cryptocurrency, bank transfer, and Twint (available for Switzerland only).

You can check the domain status that you're transferring to us in your BoostedHost account by going into Domains.

If you are experiencing any domain-related issues, we encourage you to contact our support team, as BoostedHost is committed to providing the best solutions to meet your needs.

Best Regards,

BoostedHost Accounts Management Department