Domain Management

Domain transfers typically take 5-7 days to complete, though some can finish in as little as 5 days. The timeline depends on both registrars' processing speeds and whether you approve the transfer immediately. Transfers are free but usually require a 1-year renewal at the new registrar.

Log into your domain registrar's control panel, find the nameserver or DNS management section, and replace the existing nameservers with your new ones. Changes typically take 24-48 hours to propagate globally. Always have your new nameservers ready before making changes.

When a domain expires, it enters a grace period (typically 30 days) where you can renew at the normal price. After that, it may enter a redemption period requiring a higher fee. If not renewed, the domain becomes available for anyone to register after about 75-90 days total.

Yes, you can transfer domain ownership through a registrar push (if both parties use the same registrar) or by initiating a standard transfer to the new owner's registrar account. Update the registrant contact information and ensure the new owner has access to the domain's admin email for verification.

Log into your registrar's control panel and navigate to the domain contact or WHOIS information section. Update your email, phone, or address details. Important: Some registrars lock domains for 60 days after contact changes to prevent unauthorized transfers. You'll receive a verification email after making changes.

Auto-renewal automatically renews your domain before expiration using your payment method on file. It's highly recommended to prevent accidental domain loss. Most registrars send renewal reminders 30-60 days before expiration. Keep your payment information current to avoid failed renewals.

Most registrars offer free email forwarding in their DNS management panel. Create forwarding rules that redirect emails from [email protected] to your existing email address. For professional email hosting with your domain, consider Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, or specialized email hosting services.

Nameservers are servers that host your domain's DNS records. DNS records are the specific instructions (A records, MX records, etc.) that tell browsers and mail servers where to direct traffic. Think of nameservers as the filing cabinet and DNS records as the files inside.

Yes, most registrars allow you to manage unlimited domains from a single account. This makes it easy to bulk update nameservers, renew multiple domains at once, and manage contact information across your portfolio. Consider using folders or tags to organize large portfolios.

Update DNS records only when making changes to your hosting, email service, or adding new services. Once configured correctly, DNS records rarely need updating. However, review them when switching hosts, adding email services, or implementing security features like SPF/DKIM records.