Transfer a .gg domain to TransferOffshore

What happens when a .gg domain changes registrar?

Guernsey's .gg is popular with gaming and esports. Its registry, Island Networks, works differently from the big gTLD registries.

First, timing. Registrar notes list .gg transfers as real-time. There is no five-day waiting period as with .com. Once the code is accepted, the domain can move at once. In practice, the speed also depends on when the current registrar releases it.

Second, the registry reviews new applications by hand, according to our extension data. That review concerns new registrations.

Third, the term. Our extension data lists one-year periods for .gg. Registrar notes say a transfer renews the name, without stating the length.

Privacy on .gg depends on the registrar: some offer it, some do not. With TransferOffshore it is included, as the table shows.

What should you check before moving a .gg domain?

• Make sure the domain is unlocked. With real-time completion, everything must be ready before you submit.
• Have the DNS records in place. Game servers often use SRV records; leave them untouched.
• Check the expiry date, since .gg runs one year at a time.
• If the domain belongs to a team or clan, confirm who holds the registrar account.

What does a .gg transfer cost?

$83.99 for the .gg transfer, then $83.99/year to renew (all prices). The registry renews a .gg on transfer, so the payment extends the term.

Who uses .gg domains?

Gaming communities, esports teams, streamers and Guernsey businesses use .gg. Tip: transfer when your servers are quiet. The move can be fast, so watch the status in My domains while it happens.