How to transfer a domain name? How do I change my domain name servers? Read all about it in one article!
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In the world of Internet, domain name is like the “door number” of a website, which is the key entrance for users to access the website. When it comes to domain name transfer and domain name server replacement and other operations, many people are often deterred by the technical threshold. In fact, as long as you master the correct methods and steps, these operations are not difficult to complete. Next, we will introduce in detail the domain name transfer and domain name server replacement of the relevant knowledge and specific processes.
First, domain name transfer operation points
1. Prerequisites
-Registered for more than 60 days and no transfer records in the last 60 days.
-Cancel WHOIS privacy protection and get the transfer authorization code (EPP code).
-Ensure the validity of the registered email/cell phone number for receiving verification emails.
2. Operation Steps
Unlock the domain name: Login to the original registrar's backstage to unlock the domain name.
② Get the authorization code: apply in the control panel, check the registrar to send the transfer code email
③Submit the transfer application: fill in the domain name + authorization code in the new registrar, and complete the information verification according to the prompts.
④Waiting for audit: usually takes 3-7 days, during which you need to respond to the confirmation email in time.
3. Common Scenarios
-Merge registrar and hosting provider
-Domain name transaction transfer
-Changing registrar with better service
Domain Name Server (DNS) Replacement Guide
1. Core Role
DNS is responsible for resolving domain names to web server IPs, replacement scenarios include:
-Switching hosting providers need to match the new DNS
-Optimize the resolution speed (e.g. change to Cloudflare/Dnspod service providers)
-Enhance security protection (e.g., enable DNSSEC).
2. Operation Steps
① Select DNS service providers: such as Aliyun, Tencent Cloud, Cloudflare (some provide free services)
② Get a new DNS address: add a domain name in the background of the service provider, get 2-4 DNS server addresses
③ Modify DNS configuration:
-Login to the original registrar's background, find “Domain Management - DNS Settings”.
-Delete the original DNS server and fill in the address provided by the new service provider.
-Save and wait for the global DNS cache to be updated (usually 1-24 hours).
3. Verify the validity
-Use tools to check: e.g. cmd command nslookup your domain name to see if the resolving IP address is the new server address.
-Test by visiting the website to make sure it is pointing to the new server.
Note
-Normal use of the domain name during the transfer: the process does not affect the website access
-Consistency of information: Make sure the registrant information (WHOIS) is accurate before and after the transfer to avoid audit failure.
-DNS cache problem: If you still access the old server after the change, you can flush the local DNS cache (cmd ipconfig /flushdns).
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