Step-by-Step Guide to Transferring Your Domain to Hostinov with EPP/AuthCode

Overview of Domain Transfers#

Transferring your domain to Hostinov centralizes your hosting, email, and domains under one roof with 24/7 technical support.

When transferring a generic TLD (.com, .net, .org, .info), ICANN automatically extends your domain registration by one full year from its existing expiry date.

Pre-Transfer Checklist#

1. 1
   Domain Age: Must be at least 60 days old (ICANN 60-day rule).
2. 2
   Unlock Domain: Ensure Registrar Lock is turned OFF.
3. 3
   EPP / Auth Code: Request your secret transfer authorization code from your current registrar.
4. 4
   Email Access: Ensure you can access the admin contact email on the domain.

Step-by-Step Transfer Process#

1. 1
   Request your EPP / Auth Code from your current registrar dashboard.
2. 2
   Go to Hostinov Domain Transfer.
3. 3
   Enter your domain name and paste your EPP Code.
4. 4
   Select whether to maintain your existing nameservers or switch to Hostinov.
5. 5
   Complete checkout in your Client Portal.
6. 6
   Transfers typically complete within 5 to 7 calendar days with zero website downtime.