The Difference Between a Domain Transfer and a DNS Update

Blog > Domain Transfer vs. DNS Update: What's the Difference?

Domain Transfer vs. DNS Update: What's the Difference?

Tag：

domain transfer

DNS

domain

749：0

Claire Y.December 28 2023

In this article we explain some commonly used terminology surrounding the transfer of domain names and records. Some of the information provided here is based on the assumption that you are opening a web hosting account using a domain name that you already own.

You can open a new Bisend.com account using a domain name that you already own. Once you successfully order form submission, we will set up your account instantly. Our hosting platform will be set up to accept your domain name.

In order to get your domain name to function with our hosting platform, you will need to perform a DNS update for your domain name record.

DNS update
When you update the name servers for your domain name you are instructing the DNS servers on the internet to point the traffic for your domain name to our DNS (or “name servers”), which are:

You should be able to accomplish the update using a web interface provided by your domain registrar.

Your current domain registrar will continue to manage your domain. For example, you will pay them for your domain renewal fees.

Domain transfer
When the term domain transfer is used, it is typically in reference to a domain registrar transfer. A domain registrar transfer takes place when you transfer your domain from one domain registrar to another. For example, from Network Solutions to GoDaddy. The new registrar takes over management and billing for your domain.

Bisend.com is not a domain registrar. Therefore, you will not perform a domain transfer when you open a new account with an existing domain, you will be performing a DNS update at your current registrar.

LAST：What Is SSD Hosting and What Are the Benefits?
NEXT：Why You Should Get a Dedicated IP Address? What Are the Benefits?

What Mistakes Should You Avoid When Setting up a Website?
2024-04-08 15:02:08
Domain Transfer vs. DNS Update: What's the Difference?
2023-12-28 03:40:53
What is the Relationship Between Domains, Websites and IP Addresses?
2023-07-21 06:28:42

Comments

Market Trends

Digital Certificates

Industry Applications

Free SSL Tools

Top Posts

1How to Get an SSL Certificate for an IP Address? 2Multi-year Subscription on SSL Certificate 3What Is the Difference Between Free SSL and Paid SSL? 4What Are Cipher Suites and Why Are They Used? A Beginner's Guide 5A Beginner's Guide to All Types of SSL Certificates 6Sectigo to Deprecate OU Field from SSL Certificates Starting July 1 7What is the Relationship Between Domains, Websites and IP Addresses? 8What Is WHQL Certification and How to Obtain It? 9Important Notice: DigiCert Root Certificate Upgrades to Use SHA-256 in 2023 10What Is Different Between HTTP and HTTPS?

Solutions

Support

Tools

NicSRS

Domain Transfer vs. DNS Update: What's the Difference?

Comments

Market Trends

Digital Certificates

Industry Applications