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How to Transfer Domains
Enter your full domain name (e.g. example.com) in the box below for a free domain transfer check and we'll give you step-by-step instructions to transfer it to GetDotted.
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Why transfer your domains to GetDotted?
Because it's quick, easy and FREE plus you'll get access to our exclusive free services and huge domain name renewal discounts!
Free Email at Your Domain
Your free personalised email address comes with a feature-packed webmail client, so you can access your email on the move. Easily set up forwarding or autoresponders too.
Free Single-Page Website
Create a single page site with our easy-to-use website builder and we'll host it free of charge. Your single page can be as long or short as you like and can include custom forms, slideshows & galleries.
Changing your domain registrar can be daunting, with worries about website and email downtime, so as a long-established domain registrar, we've made the domain transfer process simple with step-by-step instructions to complete your transfer as quickly as possible. Transferring a Nominet domain like .co.uk or .uk will usually complete in just a couple of hours, while a .com transfer will generally complete within 5 days. Our UK-based support team are here 7 days a week to help you with any questions or concerns you have before starting the transfer too.
So what comes with a domain name when you transfer? Every domain transferred to or registered with GetDotted includes a free email address and single-page website, along with many other benefits to get you started at no extra cost, and because we don't believe in complicated introductory offers, all of the free extras are yours to keep and use for as long as you're with us.
If you need more email addresses, or a bigger website, we also offer a six-week free trial on our premium email hosting plan and our great-value, reliable web hosting packages.
Transfer Information for Domain Owners
When you register a domain name, it is managed by a domain registrar, such as GetDotted. A domain transfer is where you move the management of your domain name between registrars. It does not change the ownership of the domain name, just the company with which your domain is held.
The transfer process differs between domain authorities, for example .uk domains require that the IPS tag is changed, however most other types require an authorisation code to initiate the transfer. Enter you domain into our handy domain transfer checker, which will clarify your domain type and will provide you with easy to follow step-by-step instructions.
The domain that you are looking to transfer must have been registered (with no changes to the registrant details) for at least 60 days. When a domain is registered or transferred it is subject to a 60-day lock period to protect against any unauthorised transfers.
The authorities for some domain types insist that domains must be renewed as part of the transfer process. You don't have to wait until expiry is due, the renewal will simply add a further 12 months on to the current registration period. Upon checking the eligibility to transfer your domains, we'll inform you if you're required to renew your domain as part of the transfer process.
.uk domains tend to be transferred the same day and can take anything between 30mins to a few hours. Other types of domain usually take between 5-7 days from the date that the transfer was initiated.
Please note that a smooth transfer to Freeola and GetDotted is subject to the cooperation of your current host.
No, you will still be the registered owner of the domain. If you wish to transfer your domain to someone else, you can do so by going to the My Domains section your MyFreeola Control Panel.
If you are looking to move your domain to a different provider, you can transfer your domain away from us quickly and easily in the MyFreeola Control Panel. You can do this two different ways:
1. Change the DNS Settings
A simple DNS change is the quickest and easiest way to use alternative hosting. You'll still be able to renew your domain name with us and benefit from our cheap renewals. Just ask your host for their DNS details, submit them through MyFreeola and the change should be complete within 24 hours. Click here to change your DNS.
2. Complete Transfer Out
To move your domain away from Freeola & GetDotted hosting and management completely, you need to request a full transfer. Please see our transfer out details page, or click here to transfer your domain now.