All generic extensions and several country-code ones support a security lock functionality whose function is to stop unsanctioned transfers of active domains. Many domain registry operators that oversee country-code top-level domain names that do not support this option are in the process of adopting it for better security and for the convenience of the domain registrants. A domain name can be transferred only if it is unlocked and only an individual who has been given access to the account with the current registrar can achieve that. New domains are registered with the lock option activated intentionally, so as to block any unapproved transfer attempts. The lock option is among the safety measures for regulating the transfer of existing domains between domain name registrars that have been adopted over the years.

Registrar Lock in Shared Website Hosting

With a shared website hosting from us, you’ll have total control over your domain names through our in-house created Hepsia hosting Control Panel. You will be able to do anything you would like, including locking and unlocking any of the domains registered here, provided that the particular generic or country-code TLD extension supports this option. Clicking the padlock symbol that you will notice next to any domain registered in your Hepsia Control Panel will show you its present status and clicking it for the second time will permit you to update that status. If you want to transfer a domain to another registrar, you can initiate the process right away. Since unlocking a domain through your Hepsia Control Panel will take effect momentarily, no propagation interval or any action on our end will be needed. Locking a domain is just as easy – you’ll just need to follow the very same steps.