====== Pre-transfer Checklist ======

**(for .com, .net, .org. info. .biz, .us domains)** 

===== Is the domain eligible for transfer? =====

For gTLDs (.com/.net/.org/ etc.), verify:

  * That the domain was created at least 60 days ago
  * That the domain has not been transferred from another registrar in the last 60 days
  * Ensure that the domain's registrant (owner) information is correct and clearly visible in the [[https://www.gandi.net/whois|whois]],
  * Ensure that the owner's or administrative contact's e-mail address is valid and is one that you have access to,
  * Ensure that the domain has not already been deleted at your current registrar

For .co.uk/.org.uk/.me.uk domains, remember that you need to 'push' it to Gandi by changing the tag to GANDI at your current registrar.

===== Tips for minimizing downtime =====

Depending on your DNS arrangement, there is always the possibility of downtime during a transfer. Optionally, you can take these extra steps to lower the risk:

  * [[:en:domains:management:zone:ttl|Lower the TTL]] on the domain's zone file entries with your current registrar. (If you don't know what this means, don't worry about it.)
  * [[:en:domains:transfer:dns|Prepare your zone file at Gandi before transferring]]

<note tip>**Back up your email**. 
If your registrar is also your email provider, and if your email is stored on their servers, you might want to download it to your computer before transferring.
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