How to Move a Domain Name to Blue Host
BlueHost is a web hosting company that manages domains and host websites. Signing up for BlueHost allows the subscriber to host their site and manage their domain all from one central location. If the domain was previously bought from another domain registrar, a subscriber can have his domain transferred to BlueHost for all-inclusive management of both domain and website.
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Instructions
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Obtain your EPP code and ensure your domain is unlocked and able to be moved. An EPP code can be obtained by emailing or calling your host's support center. You can also request that they unlock your domain so that it can be moved in the same call or email.
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Log in to your BlueHost hosting account and click "Domain Manager" from the menu.
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Select the domain you wish to transfer, followed by selecting the radio button associated with transferring your domain.
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Enter the EPP code you acquired in Step 1, and click "Next" to continue.
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Read the verification email sent by BlueHost and conduct any additional steps it may outline. Usually, a domain transfer can take four to five days.
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Tips & Warnings
Initiate domain transfer at least two weeks before they expire, or 60 days after they have renewed or setup. If you try to transfer your domain to close to the expiration date, you will not be able to and have to wait 60 days after expiration or renewal to do so.
If your current registrar is GoDaddy, you can request the EPP code and complete the domain transfer on your own. Refer to GoDaddy's website for information on how to do so.
Only unlock your domain if you are ready to transfer to it to another registrar or host. Otherwise, it is highly advised that you keep it locked with your current registrar.
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