Domain Transfer Guide

Quick Overview

Mike will provide you with a secret transfer code (also called an EPP/Auth code). You simply take this code to your chosen domain registrar, start a “Transfer In” request, pay for one year of registration, and the domain will move to your account. Once the transfer completes, just let Mike know so he can verify everything and check if a faster release is possible depending on the domain and situation.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Get your secret code from Mike
   Mike will send you the exact transfer code for your domain. Keep it safe — it’s like a one-time password for the move.
2. Log in to your preferred registrar
   Choose any ICANN-accredited registrar you like:
   • Namecheap (most popular & affordable)
   • GoDaddy
   • AliCloud
   • Cloudflare Registrar
   • Google Domains / Squarespace / Porkbun / etc.
3. Start the “Transfer In” process
   Look for a button or link that says:
   “Transfer Domain” or “Transfer In a Domain” or “Add a Domain via Transfer”.
   
   Enter the domain name (e.g. yourdomain.com) and then paste the secret code Mike gave you.
4. Pay for 1 year & confirm
   Every domain transfer requires you to pay for at least one year of registration. The registrar will charge you and start the transfer process immediately.
5. Wait for approval & notify Mike
   The transfer usually completes in 5–7 days. As soon as you see the domain appear in your registrar account (status = “Transferred” or “Active”), please message Mike right away. He can then check the backend and see if a faster release is possible depending on the domain and current situation.

Tips for a Smooth Transfer

• Make sure the domain is unlocked on Mike’s side (he will handle this).
• Disable any privacy protection temporarily if your registrar asks.
• Keep the email address associated with the domain active — you may receive confirmation emails.
• If you run into any issues, just screenshot the error and send it to Mike — he’ll help instantly.

Ready to Go?

Just reply to Mike with your preferred registrar and he’ll send you the secret code immediately. Once you complete the steps above and the domain shows up in your account, let him know — he’ll take care of the rest and confirm everything is released properly.

Questions? Just message Mike anytime. Happy to help make this as fast and painless as possible!

The website files are a different move. An existing Astro site goes onto your own GitHub and Netlify from /astrohandover. The domain name can keep its registrar while DNS points at the new host.