Domain Transfer Methods
In the domain name transaction, no matter which transaction methods or transaction platform is selected, the final domain name delivery means are nothing more than two kinds: Domain Push and Registrar Transfer. For those who are not familiar with domain name transactions, they will be confused about the choice of these two transfer methods. Therefore, we make some explanations on Domain Push and Registrar Transfer.
Domain Push
Domain Push transfer is a convenient and quick domain name transfer function provided by domain registrar. Within the same registrar, the domain name can be Pushed from the seller's account of the registrar to the buyer's account. When the buyer accepts the Push, the domain name is transferred to the buyer's account. Obviously, Domain Push realizes the instant transfer of domain names and also meets the needs of fast domain name transactions. Therefore, Domain Push has also become a standard feature in domain name management.
Advantages: Instant domain name transfer, safe and reliable, convenient, no handling fee.
Disadvantages: The buyer needs to use the account of the current registrar to receive the domain name.
Further Explanations:
▪ If the buyer does not have an account of the current registrar, one needs to be registered.
▪ Some transaction platforms are also registrars, such as Godaddy, the system automatically completes Domain Push without manual operation.
Registrar Transfer
Registrar Transfer，refers to the domain name transaction by transferring the domain name registrar. In the domain name transaction, the seller provides the Authorization Code to the buyer, and the buyer submits the domain name transfer in his registrar with the Authorization Code. After the domain name transfer is completed, the domain name is transferred to the buyer's account in the new registrar from the seller's account in the original registrar, thus completing the domain transaction.
Advantages: The buyer can choose their favorite registrar account to receive domain names.
Disadvantages: Domain registrar transfer usually takes 5-7 days to complete.
Further Explanations:
▪ According to ICANN regulations, domain name is automatically renewed for one year after registrar transfer.
▪ Domain registrar transfer means renewal one year in advance at the new register, and the fee is generally about $8.
▪ Many transaction platforms support Domain Push or Registrar Transfer, and the buyer can choose freely.
