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 Do I need an EPP code and IPS Tag to transfer my .UK domain?

There’s no EPP code required for the transfer of .UK domains, however, they require an IPS tag...

 How can I check the status of my domain transfers?

When you choose to transfer a domain name from one registrar to another it is not an instant...

 Tranferring a .UK Domain to Purple Serve

There’s no EPP code for .UK domains, however, they require an IPS tag change. If you would...

 Tranferring a TLD (Top Level Domain) to Purple Serve

Before initiating the transfer of your domain name to our company, please make sure that: The...

 Transferring a CentralNic Domain to Purple Serve

Before initiating the transfer of your domain name to our company, please make sure that: The...

 Transferring a Domain Name to Purple Serve

Confused about what Domain Name transfer instructions you need to follow? This article will help...

 WHOIS Privacy

When you Register a domain name the Whois of your domain name lists your personal information...

 What are IPS Tags and how are they used?

Internet Provider Security tags are used by Nominet to identify the hosting company linked to a...

 What do the WHOIS results mean?

Domain: This is the domain name you have searched for. Created: This is the original date on...

 What happens if I don't renew my domain name?

If you don't renew your domain then web site or email services based on the domain will not work...

 What is DNS?

DNS stands for Domain Name System. The main function of DNS is to translate domain names into...

 What is EPP Code and where can I find it?

The EPP key (Authorization code) is one of the safeguards against unauthorized transfers of...

 What is a CNAME?

CNAME stands for 'canonical name' and is a redirection to the zone file of the entered target...

 What is a Domain Name?

A domain name is a human-friendly address, sometimes called a URL (Uniform Resource Locator)....

 What is a Nameserver?

A nameserver is a server which controls the DNS for a domain. It allows you to decide which...

 What is a Subdomain?

A subdomain is a subdivision of a domain, such as "support.purpleserve.co.uk". For example: If a...

 What is a TXT record?

A TXT (text) record is used to hold some text information. You can put virtually any free text...

 What is an A record?

An A record (or 'address record') specifies which IP is assigned to a particular domain. This...

 What is the .PW domain name and what can I use it for?

If you are a professional looking to go online, .PW is the perfect name for you.Whether...

 What is the .TEL domain name and what can I use it for?

The .tel domain name extension is operated by Telnic (www.telnic.com) and has been created as a...

 What is the WHOIS database?

WHOIS is a public database which allows you to find out information about a specific domain...