This FAQ (Frequently
Asked Questions) section covers some of the most commonly asked questions
regarding transferring global domain names (i.e. .com .net and .org…) between registrars.
OVERVIEW
This section explains the
process for transferring a global domain name to Strongnet/INWW (Internet Names
WorldWide).
Transferring a global (.com
.net .org) domain name is very straightforward. Unlike, for example, transferring
a co.uk domain name which is initiated by the "existing" ISP (through
the existing ISP "releasing the tag", thus you are very much dependent
on the existing ISP acting promptly), transferring a global domain name is easier
becase it is the "Receiving ISP" which initiates the process.
As part of this transfer
process the registration period of your domain name gets extended by 1 year, so
it represents very good value.
It may be helpful for you
to see the domain name record held for your domain. All global domain names are
held in a central worldwide database. To see the record for your domain name use
the domain name search facility at http://www.strongnet.net/zaygo/index.cgi.
When the reply " Domain taken" comes back,
click on the "WHOIS" link and the domain
name record details will be displayed for you.
Does it Cost to tranfer my name to Strongnet/INWW
It costs £18 to tranfer you name to Strongnet/INWW, bus as stated above this also extends the time of registration by 1 year, so
it represents very good value.
ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS
IN TRANSFERRING MY GLOBAL DOMAIN NAME?
Yes, the industry practice
is such that transfers between registrars can only take place after 60 days from
the date of registration. If you have only just registered your global domain
name through another ISP/registrar, then please wait the required timescale before
applying to transfer your global domain name to Strongnet/INWW.
If your global domain name
was registered less than 60 days ago, then it may be possible, as a temporary
measure, to change the DNS nameserver details pending complete transfer of records
between ISP/registrar. However with some registrar's legacy systems, if the company
originally registering the domain name for you used their email address as admin
and technical contacts, but are now no longer in business or are uncontactable,
then the change of the nameserver details can be a lengthy, difficult process
with little chance of immediate sucess. The same applies if you are listed as
the admin/technical contacts but your email address was incorrectly spelt - thus
meaning you cannot successfully reply to automated emails requiring your authorisation.
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO
TO TRANSFER MY GLOBAL DOMAIN NAME TO STRONGNET/INWW?
Please complete this
form, preferably printed out on a letterhead, sign and fax (or post) to Strongnet
(fax number 09055 350101 ). You need to Click Here to pay the tranfer fee.
WHY
DO I NEED TO FAX (OR POST) THE REQUEST ?
Basically this
is for your security, such that only you as the registrant can authorise
the transfer of your valuable domain name. To act upon a telephone
request would be most unwise, similarly an email request could be
equally insecure. For this reason, industry practice is to act upon
instructions on receipt of signed requests on letterheads.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO TRANSFER A GLOBAL DOMAIN
NAME TO Strongnet/INWW?
From receipt of
your signed transfer request form it typically takes 7 days - it
is extremely rare for the process to take longer.
HELP
- THE COMPANY I REGISTERED THE DOMAIN NAME WITH IS GOING TO CHARGE A "RELEASE"
FEE.
As mentioned,
Strongnet charge no "release" fees for releasing a domain
name. Similarly, the overwhelming majority of ISP's do not charge
any "release"fees.
"release" fees
(sometimes referred to "exit" fees) are usually (but not always) levied
by companies which registered domain names for "free" or at seemingly
little initial cost.
If the company
that is currently managing your domain name is charging you a "release"
fee then you need to check this.
When you registered the
domain name initially you may not have been aware that such charges would be levied
when you later wished to transfer the domain name to another company, when you
accepted their terms and conditions. Possibly you kept a copy of the terms and
conditions (or prices charges pages) when you initially registered the domain
name, which you can now refer to.
In some cases however,
some companies endeavour to charge you "exit" fees - yet no reference
is made to such charges on their website or other material - in which case you
will need to take up the matter with them directly.
Release fees can
vary - such exit fees can be any figure though sums of £19, £25, £94
are to be seen which then makes what originally seemed to be a "free"
or cheap domain name - not such a bargain after all !
