How to Transfer a Domain from Google Domains to Bluehost

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Transferring your domain from Google Domains to Bluehost opens up a world of exciting opportunities for your website. Bluehost is renowned for its exceptional customer support, user-friendly interface, and robust hosting capabilities. Whether you’re a blogging beginner or an eCommerce expert, Bluehost offers various website hosting packages tailored to suit your needs.

Are you dreaming of creating a website that stands out? With Bluehost, the process is smooth and simple. You can choose from a multitude of customizable designs, add unique features, and even get expert guidance whenever you need it. Plus, Bluehost’s reliability ensures your site stays up and running, allowing you to focus on what you do best.

Here is How to Transfer a Domain from Google Domains to Bluehost

1. Sign in to Google Domains.
2. Click the name of the domain that you want to transfer.
3. At the top left, click Menu   Registration settings.
4. Under “Domain lock,” make sure your domain is unlocked.
5. On the right of “Transfer out,” click Get authorization code.
6. Select To a different domain registrar.
7. Click Continue.

Step by Step How to Transfer a Domain from Google Domains to Bluehost

Step 1: Sign into Google Domains by going to https://domains.google and clicking on My Domains.

Step 2: Click the name of the domain that you want to transfer.

Step 3: At the top left, click Menu   Registration settings.

Step 4: Scroll down to the Domain Registration tab, look for “Domain lock,” and make sure your domain is unlocked.

Step 5: On the right of “Transfer out,” click Get authorization code.

• Select To a different domain registrar.
• Click Continue.
• Copy the transfer code (and keep it safe)

Think of the transfer code, also called the authorization or EPP code, as an extra layer of protection for your domain.

It’s a unique ID assigned to your domain by Google Domains, helping pinpoint exactly who’s in charge of it. This special code is essential when you’re ready to transfer your domain to Bluehost, and it’s there to make sure nobody can hijack it.

Quick note: If you see this alert, you will be unable to transfer your domain at this time

Step 6: Log into your Bluehost account (or create a new one)

Click here to log in to your existing account.

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Step 7. Initiate the transfer from Bluehost

1. Click the Domains tab from the side navigation menu to the left
2. Click Transfer from the sub-menu
3. Enter the domain name you want to transfer from Google Domains
4. Enter the previously copied EPP Authorization code
5. Update your nameservers, set your renewal preference, and choose if you would like to add Domain Privacy

Contact our award winning support team if you get stuck, or would like to speak to someone directly!

Important note about transferring a Domain from Google Domains

• The process can take up to 5 days to complete.
• If your domain age is less than 60 days old, you can’t transfer it away.