Lock a Domain to Prevent Its Transfer (Guide)
Yes, and it's a good idea. In fact, at miHosting we block all domains by default. To make them more secure and difficult to steal.
In this article
Introduction
Yes, you can lock your domain to prevent unauthorized transfers and, in fact, it is a highly recommended measure. Keeping it locked helps reduce the risk of unwanted movement to another recorder.
What is the domain lock for?
Transfer blocking prevents the domain from being freely moved to another company while that protection is still active. It should only be disabled when you are actually going to start a transfer.
How to manage it
- Access your customer area.
- Enter the domains section.
- Select the domain you want to review.
- Look for the transfer lock, registration lock or similar option.
- Check if it is active.
When to unlock it
- When you are going to transfer the domain to another registrar.
- When support indicates it to you as part of a specific management.
Once the process is finished, it is advisable to leave it blocked again.
Useful tips
- Keep the domain’s administrative email updated.
- Protect your customer account with a secure password.
- Do not share access to the domain area if it is not necessary.
Frequently asked questions
Does having the domain blocked affect my website or my email?
No. Transfer blocking does not interrupt the normal operation of the domain.
Does an unlocked domain mean that it is already going to be transferred?
No. It only means that it is available to start the process if the other requirements are also met.
Conclusion
Blocking the domain is a simple and very useful measure to improve its security. If you are not transferring it, the most prudent thing to do is to keep it locked.