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Note: For domain transfers, first you need to log into your existing domain provider and make sure "transfer-locking" is turned off. You will also need the EPP Authorization Key, which can either be found in your current domain name registrar's control panel, or by requesting it from them via email and/or phone. See below for more information on the Authorization Key.

To transfer your domain name, sign into Slamdot and click Manage My Domains to the right. Click the Buy more domains link, then fill out the form and click Place my order to initiate the transfer.

You will receive a confirmation email sent to the Administrative Contact email address associated with your domain name to approve the transfer. Simply click on the link in the email. You have up to 5 days to respond, and you may "allow" or "deny" the transfer. If you do not know the Administrative Contact email address, you may find it by doing a whois lookup for your domain. If the Administrative Contact email address is not accessible, you'll have to go back to your current domain registrar and change it to one that you have access to.

Here are some things to keep in mind when transferring a domain name to Slamdot:

1. The domain must have been registered for at least 60 days.
2. The domain must maintain an ACTIVE or OK status.
3. ICANN's Transfer policy states that a domain must remain with one registrar for at least 60 days before becoming eligible for another transfer. The exception to this rule is in cases of legal disputes involving the domain registration.
4. Any registrar transfer will now require an EPP Authorization Key. An EPP Authorization Key is required for each distinct domain.
5. A transfer is not complete until the new registrar receives the EPP Authorization Key from the previous registrar.

The EPP Authorization Code (EPP Auth Code or EPP Authorization Key) is a 6- to 16-character code assigned by the registrar at the time the .com, .net, .biz, .org, .info or .name domain name was created. The EPP Authorization Key is basically a password for transferring the domain. Auth codes are an extra security measure, ensuring that only the owner of the domain can make transfers.

If you do not know your auth code, you can obtain it from your registrar. Registrars are contractually required to provide the auth code upon request by the registrant.

As of October 28, 2006, all .com and .net domains are required to have an EPP key. This key is generated by your current domain registrar and they can provide it for you upon request.

Note: If you currently have a domain name registered with Slamdot, you can view your auth code inside your control panel by clicking Manage My Domains on your dashboard and selecting the domain name from the list. There is a link to view your auth code without having to contact us.

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