Domain transfers
Transfer a Domain to Advant
Move your domain to Advant and manage everything in one place, with fair prices, the same rate at renewal and no hidden fees.
Why Advant
Why Transfer Your Domain to Advant
Simple transfers, fair prices and full control over your domains.
Simple transfers
Our goal is to make moving your domain as simple as possible.
One place for your domains
Centralise every domain with one provider and manage them together.
Easy management
Manage subdomains, forwarding and DNS with straightforward tools.
Same price at renewal
No price hike at renewal and no hidden fees.
Bulk discounts
Save up to 31% when you register or transfer six or more .com domains at once.
You stay in control
Change tag or transfer away at any time, with full control included free.
How it works
How to Transfer Your Domain
Five simple steps to move your domain to Advant.
1. Unlock your domain
Log in to your current registrar, unlock the domain and request the authorisation code.
2. Start the transfer
Enter your domain name and authorisation code to begin the transfer with Advant.
3. Approve the transfer
Approve the transfer from the email sent to the contact address on the domain.
4. Wait for it to complete
Transfers usually take 5 to 7 days. Avoid changing the domain while you wait.
5. Check your settings
Once it completes, confirm your DNS, website and email are working as expected.
Before you start
Check Before You Transfer
A few quick checks help your transfer go through without delays.
- Your domain is at least 60 days old and has not been transferred in the last 60 days (this applies to most extensions)
- Your domain is unlocked at your current registrar
- You have the authorisation code from your current registrar
- The contact email on the domain is up to date, so you receive the approval email
- Your domain has not expired
- .uk domains such as .co.uk are moved by changing the tag, not with a code
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Domain Transfers
Everything you need to know before you choose a plan.
How do I transfer a domain to Advant?
Unlock your domain at your current registrar and get the authorisation code, then start the transfer with Advant and approve the confirmation email. When it completes, check your DNS settings.
How long does a domain transfer take?
Transfers usually take 5 to 7 days to complete. You will be notified by email when it is done.
What is an authorisation code?
An authorisation code, also called an EPP code, is a unique code from your current registrar that proves you own the domain. You need it to start a transfer for most extensions.
How do I transfer a .co.uk domain?
UK domains such as .co.uk are moved by changing the tag, which identifies the registrar that manages the domain, rather than with an authorisation code. Contact our support team and we will explain the steps.
Will my website or email stop working during a transfer?
A transfer changes who manages your domain, not where your website is hosted, so your website and email should keep working. Avoid changing DNS or contact details during the transfer, and check your settings when it completes.
How much does it cost to transfer a domain?
The price depends on the extension and is listed on our domain prices page. For example, transferring a .com costs £9.99, and a .co.uk transfer is free. A transfer normally adds a year to your registration, and you can save up to 31% when you transfer six or more .com domains at once.
Can I transfer more than one domain at once?
Yes. Bringing your domains together with one provider makes them easier to manage, and you can save up to 31% when you transfer six or more .com domains at once.
Why won’t my transfer start?
Check that the domain is unlocked, the authorisation code is correct, the domain is at least 60 days old and has not expired, and that it has not been transferred recently.
Do I need to host my website with Advant?
No. A domain and web hosting are separate. You can transfer your domain to Advant and keep your website hosted where it is, or move your hosting as well.
Can I transfer my domain away from Advant later?
Yes. You can change the tag or transfer away at any time, and we never lock you in.
What should I check after the transfer?
Confirm the domain is listed in your Advant account, check your DNS records, and test that your website and email are working as expected.
Is my domain protected from unauthorised transfers?
Keeping your domain locked prevents unauthorised transfers, so unlock it only when you are ready to move it. Use a strong, unique password and keep your contact email up to date.
Ready to get started?
Ready to transfer your domain?
Bring your domain to Advant and manage it all in one place, with the same price at renewal.