Transfer FAQS

Transfer Frequently Asked Questions:

What does it mean to transfer registrars?
Why would I want to transfer registrars?
How much does it cost?
Will transferring change my information?
How do I change registrars?
Who do I contact for additional assistance?

What does it mean to transfer registrars?
If you already own a domain, you registered it using a domain name registrar. By using our Transfer Registrar tool, you are simply transferring your domain from the registrar you originally registered with and making LockInYourName the registrar of record. (Please note, there is a 60-day transfer hold - which means you have to wait two months from the initial registration before you can transfer your domain.)

Why would I want to transfer registrars?
When you registered your domain you probably paid up to $70.00 to reserve it. Now that it is coming due, you can save yourself some money by taking advantage of LockInYourName's extremely low transfer prices. In addition, once the transfer is complete, you will be able to easily manage your domain by using our secure online manager.

How much does it cost?
You can transfer your domain from your previous domain registrar to LockInYourName for just $9.99 This will add one year to the original registration term. For example, if your domain is due to expire in 2 months, you can transfer it to LockInYourName for $9.99 and it will then expire in 1 year and 2 months.

Will transferring change my information?
No. All existing information in your domain record will be preserved. Once the transfer has been completed, you can then use the Domain Management System to change any information you choose.

How do I change registrars?
Click on the "Transfer Registrars" button on the left-hand menu. Enter the domain you wish to transfer. The administrative contact will receive an email to confirm the transfer. (Please note, if the admin contact's email address is outdated, they will not be able to receive the email, and there can be no confirmation, and thus, no transfer. You must update your admin contact's email address with your prior registrar first.)