Hello there!
Could you please tell me if you have a .com domain name that was previously bought and renewed through a registrar? Now you want to transfer the domain to a different registrar for another year. How can you do this without losing the domain during the transition or having someone else bid on it? Waiting until the end date to buy elsewhere is one option, but there is a risk of losing the domain. Is there a way to prevent this from happening?

1. You need to unlock your domain name at your current registrar by accessing the transfer of rights to the domain section.
2. Then, visit the registrar where you want to transfer your domain, locate the domain transfer option and enter the code provided when the domain was unlocked.
3. Finally, you'll have to wait for a few days.

In order to initiate the transfer of a domain name, you will need to request the following from the company where the domain was originally registered:

- EPP key for transferring
- The removal of the domain lock
- The removal of any data hiding for the domain owner (in case it was previously enabled).

If the domain hasn't been added to your account, you'll need to add it first. After you've completed all the necessary actions, you can place an order for the domain transfer in the "Domains" section of the control panel. On this page, simply select the "Transfer Domain" button next to the domain you want to transfer and fill in the required fields. These fields include selecting a domain contact that matches the current data on the domain, choosing whether or not to hide data in whois, and selecting the type of auto-renewal.

It's important to note that the domain transfer procedure is free and during the registrar change, the domain will automatically be renewed for one year. The corresponding amount for the annual domain name renewal for the domain zone will be debited from your account balance.

It's crucial to verify the status of your domain with your current registrar. Make sure that the domain is unlocked and that you have the authorization code (EPP code) ready for the transfer process. This code is a unique identifier that acts as a form of authentication during the transfer.

Next, research and select a reputable and accredited domain registrar to transfer your domain to. Look for a registrar with a proven track record of successful domain transfers and a user-friendly interface for managing domain registrations.

Before initiating the transfer, consider extending the registration period for your domain. This can provide an additional buffer of time to complete the transfer without the risk of the domain expiring during the process. Most registrars offer the option to add another year (or more) to your domain's expiration date at the time of transfer initiation.

When you're ready to initiate the transfer with the new registrar, provide the domain name and authorization code as part of the transfer request. Once submitted, the new registrar will send a transfer request to the current registrar, and you may be required to confirm the transfer via email.

Throughout the transfer process, stay actively engaged with both the old and new registrars. Respond promptly to any requests for confirmation or additional information to prevent any delays in the transfer process.

It's also important to keep an eye on the domain's expiration date. If the transfer is not completed before the domain's expiration, there's a risk of losing the domain or having it become available for others to register.

After the transfer is initiated, monitor the status of the transfer through the domain management interface provided by the new registrar. Once the transfer is successfully completed, verify that your domain is active and properly configured with the new registrar.