Now this happens many times, especially with the newbie webmasters. They go for the “Hosting + Domain Registration” combo package from a local company at considerably high price for inadequate services. And when they check out the price and services offered by other reputable Hosting companies/ Domain Registrars, they want to change their Host/ Registrar.

Changing host, is comparatively easy..but what can be more difficult is Registrar shifting. So lets start with the Registrar Shifting process.

First of all choose a suitable Domain Registrar, depending upon your needs. You must always check for the promotional offers available with various big Domain Registrars. Keep in mind “Domain Transfer” is not a free process. The registrar will charge some fee, approx. to 1 yr. “.com” registration fee – i.e. $7-8. Many registrars give 1 yr. registration free with transfer. (more…)