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DOMAIN TRANSFER

**TRANSFER YOUR DOMAIN** TO LAYERSHIFT

Enter your domain name to start the transfer processes

Transfer your domain with ease

Looking for a new domain name?

Step 1

Enter your domain name to check the status and transfer availability of your domain.

Domain status check

Step 2

Unlock your domain and obtain your [Auth/EPP](https://kb.layershift.com/transferring-a-tld-to-layershift) code from your old registrar.

Domain transfer prep

Step 3

Once submitted transfer can take from 1 hour to 6 days depending on your current registrar.

Submit domain transfer

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Let us handle your domain needs to simplify billing, support, and operations.

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1. **Check domain eligibility:** Ensure that your domain meets the transfer requirements set by the [domain registrar](https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/policy-2012-03-07-en). Common eligibility criteria include the domain being at least 60 days old, not being locked or on hold, and having valid contact information.
2. **Verify domain status**: Confirm that your domain is in an active and unrestricted state. You can check the domain's status by performing a WHOIS lookup using online tools or by contacting your current domain registrar.
3. **Obtain an authorization code (EPP code):** Most domain registrars require an authorisation code, also known as an EPP code, to initiate the transfer process. Login to your current domain registrar's control panel or contact their support to obtain the authorisation code associated with your domain. Some gTLDs like .UK have [additional transfer requirements](https://kb.layershift.com/transferring-a-uk-domain-name-to-layershift) so please check with your Registrar.
4. **Disable domain privacy (if applicable):** If you have enabled domain privacy services, temporarily disable them to allow for a smooth transfer process. This step ensures that the transfer confirmation email reaches the domain's administrative contact.
5. **Verify contact information:** Double-check that the administrative contact email address associated with your domain is up-to-date and accessible. This email will receive the transfer confirmation and any further instructions related to the transfer process.

By following these steps, you can verify the eligibility of your domain for transfer and ensure a seamless transfer experience.

How do I verify that my domain is eligible for transfer?

- **PendingTransfer:** The transfer process has been initiated, and the domain is awaiting confirmation. This status usually lasts for a specific duration, typically around 5 days, before proceeding to the next stage.
- **Auto-Confirmed**: After the pending transfer period, if no action is taken to cancel or deny the transfer, it is automatically confirmed. This status indicates that the transfer will proceed to completion.
- **PendingAdminVerification:** Some domain registrars may require additional verification from the domain's administrative contact. This status indicates that the administrative contact needs to complete a verification process to authorise the transfer.
- **PendingRegistryApproval:** In certain cases, transfers may require manual approval from the domain's registry. This status indicates that the transfer is awaiting approval from the registry before proceeding further.
- **Transferred:** The transfer process has been successfully completed, and the domain has been transferred to the new domain registrar or hosting provider. The domain is now under the management of the new registrar.
- **Failed:** If any issues or errors occur during the transfer process, the transfer may fail. This status indicates that the transfer was unsuccessful, and further actions may be required to resolve the issue or retry the transfer.

It's important to note that the specific transfer statuses and their names may vary slightly depending on the domain registrar.

What are the Transfer Status codes?

Domain name transfers do not include a modification of the name servers used by the domain. If you don't make any changes to the name servers used by your domain, no downtime will occur. Please [contact us](/contact-us) if you have any questions or concerns.

Transfer your domain with ease

How to prepare for transferring your domain?

Domain status check

Domain transfer prep

Submit domain transfer

Domain status check

Domain transfer prep

We take care of everything!

Consolidated billing

Technical support

Seamless integration

Enhanced security

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Streamline operations

Frequently asked questions

Transfer your domain with ease

How to prepare for transferring your domain?

Domain status check

Domain transfer prep

Submit domain transfer

Domain status check

Domain transfer prep

We take care of everything!

Consolidated billing

Technical support

Seamless integration

Enhanced security

Expert guidance

Streamline operations

Frequently asked questions

How do I verify that my domain is eligible for transfer?

What are the Transfer Status codes?

Will there be downtime during a domain transfer?