If you’re thinking about transferring your domain from Shopify, there are a few things you should know. For starters, you’ll need to unlock your domain in Shopify first.
To do this, head to your Shopify admin and go to Online Store > Domains. Next to the domain you want to transfer, click Transfer.
Once you’ve unlocked your domain, you can begin the transfer process with your new registrar. The process is different for each registrar, but generally, you’ll need to start by initiating a transfer from your Shopify admin. Then, you’ll need to follow the instructions from your new registrar to complete the transfer.
It’s important to note that transferring your domain will not affect your Shopify store in any way. Your store will remain active and all of your data will be safe. However, there are a few things to keep in mind:
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Your domain will be unavailable during the transfer process. This means that your website will be down during the transfer. If you have a custom domain, we recommend transferring it before making any major changes to your website (like launching a new product or redesigning your store).
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You’ll need to update your DNS settings after the transfer is complete. Once the transfer is complete, you’ll need to update your DNS settings in Shopify. This will point your domain to your Shopify store and ensure that everything is working properly.
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Your email accounts will not be affected by the transfer. If you have email accounts associated with your Shopify domain, they will continue to work after the transfer is complete. You will not need to make any changes to your email settings.
In conclusion, transferring your domain from Shopify is a fairly simple process that won’t affect your store in any negative way. Just be sure to unlock your domain first, and then follow the instructions from your new registrar. Once the transfer is complete, don’t forget to update your DNS settings in Shopify.
