Tag: transfer of domain

Why Domain Transfers Sometimes Take Longer Than Expected

Schematic route of domain transfer between different geographical locations with the .com domain designation.
The transfer may be delayed due to zone rules and technical inspections.

At first glance, a domain transfer looks like a simple technical procedure: the owner decides to change the registrar, initiates the transfer, and after a short time the domain should appear with the new company. In practice, however, users often encounter situations where the process drags on for days or even weeks. This causes concern, especially if the domain is used for a website, email, or a business project. It is important to understand that in most cases delays are not related to errors, but to rules and technical limitations that exist within the domain system.

DNS record transfer has become easier and more convenient

DNS abbreviation explained as Domain Name System with arrows.
DNS — Domain Name System, the technology that translates domain names into IP addresses

The task of transferring a domain between registrars is not difficult and can be done quickly, usually taking from 5 minutes to 7 days. The time required for this stage depends on the level of automation and capabilities of the registrar.

But what about transferring existing DNS records to new DNS servers?