Don't have an account? Sign up
If you're already signed up, please sign in
Registrar lock is a protective domain status that helps prevent unauthorized transfer of a domain name to another registrar and, in some cases, helps restrict certain critical changes until the lock is removed.
In simple terms, registrar lock is a “security latch” for a domain. While it is enabled, it becomes harder for someone to initiate a domain transfer without authorization. Before a legitimate domain transfer, this lock usually needs to be disabled in the registrar control panel. It is often associated with statuses such as clientTransferProhibited.
It is a protective lock set by the registrar that helps prevent unauthorized domain transfers and reduces the risk of losing a domain due to unauthorized actions.
Usually yes. To transfer a domain to another registrar, the lock generally must be turned off first, and then an authorization code (AuthInfo / EPP code) may be required depending on the zone rules.
No. Registrar lock is an important protection, but it does not replace strong passwords, 2FA, email account security, up-to-date contact details, and secure account management with your registrar.