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Hi guys, i hope this is the correct place to post. I just picked up a free .co.uk domain through yola, they offer hosting as well but I dont really want to use it as there basic package is fairly limited. So basically I have a couple of questions.
1. yola say this:
... so what would be the best way for me to get this domain to another host (my understanding of this stuff is slim at best).
2. What would be the best free host for me, i'm planning on creating an information website with a forum.
So im kinda hoping to be able to use the .co.uk name and upload everything using a client such as filezilla rather than the yola.com site builder...
Thanks for reading!!
1. yola say this:
Option one: Pointing (lower cost alternative to transfers)
Should you still wish to use another sitebuilder and hosting provider we recommend pointing your Yola-purchased domain to another provide rather than transferring away. To do this you need to access your domain settings in My Yola and edit your DNS settings. Depending on the host you're moving to, you will either need to edit the nameservers or create an A record (which your new host should provide you with). Your domain will still be hosted with Yola and you will get a renewal reminder from us when your domain is up for renewal.
This will allow you to avoid the upfront transfer costs, and to still get the benefit of our premium DNS management services, access to the Sitebuilder and award-winning support with your domain.
Option two: Transferring your domain away
It is important to note that domain registrars require a mandatory 60-day waiting period between purchase and transfers. This is something beyond our control. If it is less than 60 days since you purchased the domain from Yola, you will not be able to transfer it until that period has elapsed.
If you are outside of this window, still feel our solution doesn’t meet your needs, wish to incur additional upfront fees and completely transfer away, your new provider can guide you through the process of unlocking your domain through your domain settings in My Yola and then requesting the transfer from their side.
Should you still wish to use another sitebuilder and hosting provider we recommend pointing your Yola-purchased domain to another provide rather than transferring away. To do this you need to access your domain settings in My Yola and edit your DNS settings. Depending on the host you're moving to, you will either need to edit the nameservers or create an A record (which your new host should provide you with). Your domain will still be hosted with Yola and you will get a renewal reminder from us when your domain is up for renewal.
This will allow you to avoid the upfront transfer costs, and to still get the benefit of our premium DNS management services, access to the Sitebuilder and award-winning support with your domain.
Option two: Transferring your domain away
It is important to note that domain registrars require a mandatory 60-day waiting period between purchase and transfers. This is something beyond our control. If it is less than 60 days since you purchased the domain from Yola, you will not be able to transfer it until that period has elapsed.
If you are outside of this window, still feel our solution doesn’t meet your needs, wish to incur additional upfront fees and completely transfer away, your new provider can guide you through the process of unlocking your domain through your domain settings in My Yola and then requesting the transfer from their side.
... so what would be the best way for me to get this domain to another host (my understanding of this stuff is slim at best).
2. What would be the best free host for me, i'm planning on creating an information website with a forum.
So im kinda hoping to be able to use the .co.uk name and upload everything using a client such as filezilla rather than the yola.com site builder...
Thanks for reading!!
