Transfer your domain to CLDY for secure domain management, intuitive Domain Name System (DNS) controls, transparent pricing, and dedicated support from S$1.67/month. Our team guides you through every step of the transfer process to make sure of a smooth transition. Most domain transfers are completed within just 5 to 7 days. Search for your domain below to begin your transfer today.
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Transfer your domain to CLDY to manage your domain, hosting, email, and website services from a single platform. CLDY offers 24/7 support, uptime protection, transparent pricing, and a simplified transfer process. Our team is here to make sure your transfer is completed smoothly while minimizing disruption to your website, email, and other domain services.
Relax while we transfer your domain from your current registrar to CLDY. Provide the required authorization and our team handles the domain transfer process from start to finish. CLDY monitors the transfer’s progress and helps resolve any issues that arise.
Protect against unauthorized transfers by enabling CLDY’s Domain Lock for your domain. Domain Lock prevents unauthorized domain transfers and domain hijacking by keeping the domain locked until you choose to unlock it. A domain can only be transferred to another registrar after the lock is removed and the transfer is authorized.
Streamline domain redirection by using domain forwarding to send visitors from one domain to another. CLDY allows you to redirect a domain to a preferred website without changing the website’s content. Visitors who enter the forwarded domain are automatically directed to the destination domain
Master your DNS records by managing them through CLDY’s beginner-friendly dashboard. CLDY allows you to add, remove, and update A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, NS, and other DNS records whenever required.
Save with no hidden fees because CLDY displays the cost of a domain transfer before checkout. Domain transfer pricing does not include undisclosed administration fees or unexpected add-ons. You review the total amount before completing the domain transfer.
Enjoy support at any time during and after your domain transfer. CLDY’s support team answers questions before the transfer begins, provides assistance during the transfer process, and helps resolve issues after the domain has been transferred.
A domain transfer is the process of moving the management of a domain name from one domain registrar to another without changing the domain name itself. The website, email services, and ownership of the domain remain the same throughout the transfer. The new registrar becomes responsible for domain registration, renewals, DNS management, and account administration.
Businesses typically transfer domains to consolidate services under one provider, simplify domain management, access better support, or benefit from more competitive pricing and features. When performed correctly, a domain transfer is completed with little to no disruption to your website or email services.
The 5 most common reasons businesses transfer domain names are listed below.
No, transferring a domain is not the same as changing a domain. A domain transfer moves the management of an existing domain name from one registrar to another. The domain name, website, email services, and ownership remain the same when transferring a domain.
Changing a domain means replacing your existing domain name with a new one, such as changing example.com to newexample.com. Changing a domain name requires updating your website, email addresses, DNS records, search engine indexing, and branding. After a domain name change, visitors access your website through this different domain name.
There are 7 steps to transfer a domain name. First, check your domain's eligibility for transfer. Second, update your contact details at the current registrar. Third, unlock your domain. Fourth, request the authorization (EPP) code. Fifth, submit a transfer request to CLDY. Sixth, authorize the domain transfer. Finally, monitor the transfer process until it is completed.
The steps to transferring your domain name are summarised in the figure below.
Check your domain's eligibility for transfer before starting the domain transfer process. Log in to your current registrar’s domain management panel and review the domain’s registration date, transfer history, expiration status, and transfer lock status. A domain is only eligible for transfer if they have been registered or last transferred more than 60 days ago. The domain must not be expired or subject to transfer restrictions imposed by the current registrar or registry.
Update your contact details at the current registrar to make sure your administrative email address is current and accessible. Registrars send transfer notifications, approval requests, and important status updates to the registered contact email throughout the transfer process.
Review your domain's registrant information in your registrar's control panel and update it if necessary. Depending on your registrar, you may need to temporarily disable WHOIS privacy or domain privacy protection before initiating the transfer.
Unlock your domain at the current registrar by disabling the Domain Lock or Registrar Lock through your domain management dashboard. Most registrars allow you to unlock your domain in a few clicks. Domain Lock protects domains from unauthorized transfers, so it must be removed before another registrar isv able to request the transfer. Wait a few minutes for the change to take effect before submitting your domain transfer request.
Request the authorization (EPP) code from your current registrar after unlocking your domain. The Extensible Provisioning Protocol (EPP) code is a unique security code that verifies you are authorized to transfer the domain to a new registrar.
Most registrars provide the EPP code through the domain management dashboard or send it to the registrant's email address. Keep the EPP code secure because you will need to enter it when submitting the transfer request to your new registrar.
Submit a transfer request to the new registrar by entering your domain name and EPP code. The new registrar validates the information and forwards the transfer request to your current registrar for approval. Before submitting the request, review the transfer fee, renewal period, and domain details to make sure everything is correct.
Authorize the domain transfer by approving the confirmation request sent by your new registrar. This authorization confirms that you have requested the transfer and prevents unauthorized parties from moving your domain.
The approval request is typically sent by email, so monitor your inbox and spam folder after submitting the transfer request. Approving the request promptly helps prevent unnecessary transfer delays.
Monitor the domain transfer process until the transfer has been completed successfully. Most domain transfers are finalized within 5 to 7 days, although the exact timeframe depends on the domain extension and the registrars involved.
You are typically able to track the transfer status through your new registrar's dashboard. Once the transfer is complete, verify that your domain, DNS records, and renewal settings have been transferred correctly.
To transfer a domain away from GoDaddy, sign in to your GoDaddy account and verify that your domain is eligible for transfer. Then open your domain settings, unlock the domain, request the authorization (EPP) code, and confirm your contact details. Next, submit the transfer request to CLDY, authorize the transfer, and monitor the transfer until it is complete. Contact the CLDY support team if you need assistance at any stage and we will guide you through the transfer process away from GoDaddy.
To transfer a domain away from Hostinger, sign in to your Hostinger account and verify your domain's eligibility for transfer. Then, open the domain management page, unlock the domain, and request the authorization (EPP) code. Next, update your contact details if required, submit the transfer request to CLDY, authorize the transfer, and monitor the transfer until it is complete. If you encounter any issues, open a ticket with the CLDY support team, and we will assist you throughout the transfer.
To transfer a domain away from Squarespace, sign in to your Squarespace account and confirm the domain is eligible for transfer. Then navigate to your domain settings, unlock the domain, and obtain the authorization (EPP) code. After that, verify your contact details, submit the transfer request to CLDY, authorize the transfer request, and monitor the transfer process until it finishes. If you have any questions during the transfer, the CLDY support team is available to help make the process as smooth as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about domain transfer include transfer eligibility near expiry, transfer costs, completion times, website and email continuity, and transfer cancellation.
Yes, you can transfer a domain that is near expiry as long as it is still eligible for transfer. It is recommended to start the transfer at least 7 to 14 days before the expiration date to allow enough time for the transfer to complete. If your domain has already expired, the transfer may be blocked depending on the registrar's renewal and redemption policies. To avoid service interruptions, renew the domain first if necessary. Then initiate the transfer to a domain registrar like CLDY once the domain is active and eligible for transfer.
The cost of transferring a domain to CLDY ranges from S$20 to S$140 per year, depending on the top-level domain (TLD). For example, transferring a .com domain costs S$20 per year, while .sg and .com.sg domains cost S$39 per year. Other popular TLDs include .net at S$33, .org and .asia at S$36, .live at S$55, and .my at S$140. This transfer fee includes a one-year extension to your domain registration for eligible domain extensions.
| TLDs | Year | Transfer |
|---|---|---|
| .sg | 1 Year | S$39 |
| .com.sg | 1 Year | S$39 |
| .com | 1 Year | S$20 |
| .net | 1 Year | S$33 |
| .org | 1 Year | S$36 |
| .asia | 1 Year | S$36 |
| .my | 1 Year | S$140 |
| .live | 1 Year | S$55 |
A domain transfer takes an average of 5 to 7 days to complete, depending on the domain extension and the policies of the current registrar. Some domain transfers are completed sooner if the current registrar approves the request immediately, while others take longer because the transfer is automatically approved only after the approval period expires. After you submit the transfer request it is possible to track its progress through your domain registrar account. To help avoid delays, make sure your domain is eligible for transfer and unlocked, and promptly approve any confirmation emails sent during the transfer process.
No, your website will not go down during a domain transfer. A domain transfer changes the registrar that manages your domain registration, but it does not change your website hosting, DNS records, or web server. Website visitors can continue accessing your website without interruption as long as your DNS settings remain unchanged throughout the transfer.
No, a domain transfer will not affect your email services. Email delivery continues to work as long as your MX records and DNS records remain unchanged during the transfer. Your email hosting provider and mail server configuration remain the same since a domain transfer only changes the registrar.
Yes, you can cancel a domain transfer, but only before the transfer has been approved or completed. A domain transfer can be canceled depending on the stage of the transfer process and the policies of the current and new registrars. Once the transfer has been finalized, it cannot be reversed, and the domain is managed by the new registrar.
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