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How to Transfer a Domain name to a New Owner
It doesn't matter if you want to sell your domain or your entire website. You need to be familiar with the steps involved in transferring your domain to a new owner. First, it is important to understand that transfer procedures can differ from one domain name registry to the next. The process is the same for every domain name registrar, but the details are not changed. To initiate the transfer, you will need to click on a section of your domain control panel within the domain name registry network. You will also need to fill out the form provided by the domain name registration company.
Godaddy requires you to know the "Account email address" of the receiver. NameCheap network requires the "Authorization Code", and the "buyer’s Username". Without these details, the domain transfer will be canceled.

eNom and its affiliates (name.com domainsite.com etc.) require the "Account Code". The "Account Code" is required for eNom and its affiliates (name.com, domainsite.com, etc. This information can be found in the FAQ section of your domain registrar.

This guide will use GoDaddy as an illustration. You will learn how to transfer/renew domain names to new owners on the GoDaddy network.

Step 1: Log in to your Godaddy "Account manager".

Step 2: Click the plus (+) button

Step 3: Choose the domain you wish to move, and then click "Launch" to access the control panel for that domain.

Step 4: Next, click on "Change Ownership."

Step 5: This will launch a type of form. This is the place where you need to enter the email address associated to the Godaddy account of the recipient. You can enter the username of the recipient by checking the box "I have..."

There is a title/section below that option with three (3) radio buttons. Then you will be asked to select whether to enter new contact information for the domain, use details from the new owner's accounts or leave your details as they are. No matter which option you choose, the new owner will always be able to change it.

The final step of the form will ask you to decide whether to change or keep your nameserver settings. When you're done, click on Next.

Step 6: You will be taken to another page if you choose to add new details. Before you click the "Next" button, make sure to review the boxes.

Step 7: Click on "Finish" in order to complete the transfer.

NB! You must decline the Change in Registrant if you wish to transfer domain names within the 60-day period. After filling out the Organization, First or Last name fields, transfer domain names.

Step 8: Inform the new owner that you accept the domain name from GoDaddy's control panel.
The final step of the form will ask you to decide whether to change or keep your nameserver settings. When you're done, click on Next.

Step 6: You will be taken to another page if you choose to add new details. Before you click the "Next" button, make sure to review the boxes.

Step 7: Click on "Finish" in order to complete the transfer.

NB! You must decline the Change in Registrant if you wish to transfer domain names within the 60-day period. After filling out the Organization, First or Last name fields, transfer domain names.

Step 8: Inform the new owner that you accept the domain name from GoDaddy's control panel.

It is best to have both the sender and receiver use the same domain name registry. This can make things easier if they use different domain name registers. Sometimes, you'll need to get in touch with your domain registrar to help you navigate the process.

ICAN rules state that domain names must be registered for at least 60 days before you are allowed to transfer them. However, domain name registrars like GoDaddy will allow you to transfer domain names if they have the domain in their network.
Let's start with some concepts. A registrar is a company that you register a domain through. They almost always have a control panel that you can log in to. If you forget your login information, you should be able to call them at the phone number. Transferring your domain name generally involves moving from one registrar.

Remember that your domain name may be different from your web hosting. A web host (or webserver) is similar to a house. A domain name is similar to a phone number. It is possible to move houses while keeping the same phone number. You can also change your phone number while staying in the same house. The same applies to domain names and web hosting.

Each registrar has its own way of asking for a domain to be transferred. The person who is currently the owner of the domain must first log into their control panel to ensure that the domain isn't locked. Next, the person who will receive the domain should go to their control panel to follow their registrar's instructions to request that the domain is transferred to them.

The procedure may change at this point. Both registrars will likely send several emails to the requestor as well as the old owner. Both the old and new owners must follow the instructions in an efficient manner. Instructions vary from one domain registrar.

Another situation that you may encounter is when you transfer owners but both owners use one registrar. There is likely to be a method within the control panel for transferring ownership. This is likely to be a totally different option than the first scenario, in which the parties have different registrars. For more information, contact your registrar.

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Transfer/Renew Domain Names

How to Transfer a Domain name to a New Owner