Domain Cheatsheets
Quick reference guides for DNS records, EPP status codes, domain lifecycle, and transfer procedures.
DNS Record Types
| Type | Purpose | Recommended TTL |
|---|---|---|
| A | Maps domain to IPv4 address | 1 hour |
| AAAA | Maps domain to IPv6 address | 1 hour |
| CNAME | Alias to another domain | 1 hour |
| MX | Mail server for domain | 1 hour |
| TXT | Text data (SPF, DKIM, verification) | 1 hour |
| NS | Nameservers for domain | 24-48 hours |
| SOA | Zone authority info | Varies |
| CAA | SSL certificate authority authorization | 1 hour |
| PTR | Reverse DNS (IP to domain) | 24 hours |
EPP Status Codes
ok
Domain is active and can be modified
clientTransferProhibited
Transfer locked by registrar
serverTransferProhibited
Transfer locked by registry
clientHold
Domain not resolving (registrar action)
serverHold
Domain not resolving (registry action)
clientDeleteProhibited
Cannot be deleted (registrar lock)
pendingTransfer
Transfer in progress
pendingDelete
Will be deleted soon
redemptionPeriod
Expired, can be recovered with fee
Domain Lifecycle
Active
Domain is registered and functional
Action: Normal use and renewal
Expiration
Registration period ends
Action: Renew immediately!
Grace Period
Can renew at normal price
Action: Renew at standard rate
Redemption
Can recover with penalty fee (~$100-200)
Action: Pay redemption fee to recover
Pending Delete
Cannot be recovered
Action: Wait for release
Available
Domain released for registration
Action: Register immediately
Domain Transfer Checklist
Before Transfer
- □Domain registered 60+ days
- □No recent WHOIS changes
- □Unlock domain at current registrar
- □Get EPP/Auth code
- □Verify contact email is accessible
During Transfer
- □Initiate transfer at new registrar
- □Enter EPP code when prompted
- □Approve transfer via email
- □Wait 5-7 days for completion
After Transfer
- □Verify nameservers are correct
- □Update DNS if needed
- □Enable transfer lock
- □Confirm auto-renewal settings