Transfer a domain to GARMTECH (incoming transfer)

A domain transfer moves domain management to GARMTECH (registrar change). In most cases, a transfer also extends the domain by one year (depends on TLD rules).

Before you start

• Make sure you can access the domain’s admin email (transfer approval is often sent there).
• Most TLDs cannot be transferred within 60 days after registration or a previous transfer.
• Recommended: start the transfer while the domain is active (not expired).

Step 1 — Prepare the domain at the current registrar

1. Unlock the domain (disable “Registrar lock”).
2. Request the EPP/Auth code (transfer code).
3. If you use WHOIS privacy and do not receive transfer emails, temporarily disable privacy (optional, depends on the registrar/TLD).

Step 2 — Start the transfer in My.GARMTECH

1. Log in to My.GARMTECH.
2. Open Domains → Transfer Domain (menu names may differ slightly).
3. Enter the domain name and the EPP/Auth code.
4. Complete checkout and pay the transfer invoice.

Step 3 — Approve the transfer

• Watch for approval emails sent to the domain contact email.
• Approve the transfer as soon as possible to avoid delays.
• Typical transfer time is a few days, depending on the TLD and the losing registrar.

What happens to DNS and the website?

• A registrar transfer does not automatically change nameservers. Your website and email should keep working during the transfer if DNS is correct.
• After the transfer completes, you can manage renewals, WHOIS details, DNSSEC, and other domain features in My.GARMTECH.

Related articles

• Transfer a domain away from GARMTECH (EPP code)
• Find a domain’s WHOIS information
• Enable DNSSEC for a domain