What Is Push? Domain Glossary

Why it matters

Pushes are the fastest way to deliver a domain when buyer and seller use the same registrar, such as GoDaddy. No auth code or registrar transfer is needed, and DNS settings usually stay in place. Websites and email products attached to the domain do not move. A push still counts as a change of registrant at some registrars, which can start a transfer lock. Confirm the buyer's account details exactly, because a push to the wrong account is hard to undo.

Source: godaddy.com

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Inter-registrar transfer: An inter-registrar transfer moves a domain from one ICANN-accredited registrar to another. The new registrar asks for an authorization code, and the registry completes the move once both sides approve.
Change of registrant: A change to the registered owner's name, organization or email on a domain. Under ICANN's current policy, it needs approval from both old and new owners and usually triggers a 60-day lock on moving to another registrar.
Afternic Fast Transfer: Afternic Fast Transfer lets a listed domain move to the buyer automatically right after payment clears. The seller does not need to approve the move.
Registrar: A registrar is a company that sells domain registrations to the public. It checks that a name is available, sends the registration to the registry, collects owner details and lets the owner manage settings afterward.
Escrow: A neutral third party holds the buyer's payment until the domain is transferred and accepted. It protects the seller from non-payment and the buyer from losing money without receiving the name.

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