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Transfer a .uk domain (Nominet steps)
Move a .uk domain safely using IPS tag updates.
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Quick answer
Move a .uk domain safely using IPS tag updates.
- Domains are your website address. Changes can take time to propagate, so allow up to 24 hours.
- If you update nameservers, keep your old host active until your site resolves correctly.
- For UK businesses, .co.uk and .uk are the most trusted extensions.
Key details
UK domains transfer differently from .com domains. They use IPS tag changes instead of EPP codes.
You will need to ask your current registrar to update the IPS tag to SiteHosts.
Once updated, the domain appears in your SiteHosts account shortly after.
Step-by-step
- Request the IPS tag change from your current registrar.
- Confirm the tag is updated to SiteHosts.
- Refresh your SiteHosts dashboard to see the domain.
Quick checklist
- Verify nameservers or DNS records
- Keep WHOIS details up to date
- Enable auto-renew to avoid expiry
- Lock your domain after making changes
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