Domain Name Transfer Agreement Template

This Domain Name Transfer Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [Effective Date] by and between:

Transferor (Current Owner): [Full Legal Name], with an address at [Address] (“Transferor”).
Transferee (New Owner): [Full Legal Name], with an address at [Address] (“Transferee”).

Transferor and Transferee may be referred to individually as a “Party” and collectively as the “Parties.”

1. Domain Details

1.1 Domain Name. [example.com] (the “Domain”).
1.2 Registrar. [Registrar name].
1.3 Registrant Contact Email. [Email].
1.4 Associated Accounts (Optional). ☐ Hosting ☐ DNS provider ☐ Email accounts ☐ Other: [List].
1.5 Transfer Type. ☐ Sale ☐ Gift/No payment ☐ Transfer between affiliates.

2. Purchase Price and Payment (If Sale)

2.1 Purchase Price. The purchase price is $[Amount].
2.2 Payment Method. Payment will be made by: ☐ Wire/ACH ☐ Escrow ☐ PayPal ☐ Other: [Method].
2.3 Escrow (Optional). If escrow is used: escrow provider is [Escrow name], and the Parties will follow escrow instructions.
2.4 Payment Timing. Payment is due: ☐ Upon signing ☐ Upon transfer initiation ☐ Upon completion of transfer ☐ Other: [Timing].
2.5 Transfer Fees. Transfer fees paid by: ☐ Transferor ☐ Transferee ☐ Split as: [Terms].

3. Transfer Process and Timeline

3.1 Authorization Code. Transferor will provide the EPP/auth code within [__] days after: ☐ signing ☐ payment ☐ escrow initiation.
3.2 Unlocking and Approvals. Transferor will unlock the Domain and approve transfer requests as required by the registrar.
3.3 Transfer Deadline. The Parties will complete the transfer by: [Target date].
3.4 Cooperation. Each Party will cooperate and provide reasonable information needed to complete transfer steps.

4. Delivery of Associated Assets (Optional)

4.1 Included Assets. The transfer includes:
☐ Domain only
☐ Website files/content (list): [Details]
☐ Social media handles (list): [Details]
☐ Email accounts (list): [Details]
☐ Trademarks (list): [Details]
☐ Other assets: [Details]
4.2 Handover Method. Handover will occur via: ☐ Account transfer ☐ File delivery ☐ Credentials handoff ☐ Other: [Method].
4.3 Data Migration (Optional). Migration assistance: ☐ Included ☐ Not included ☐ Available at $[Rate]/hour.

5. Representations and Warranties

5.1 Ownership. Transferor represents it is the lawful registrant/owner of the Domain and has the right to transfer it.
5.2 No Encumbrances. Transferor represents the Domain is not subject to liens, disputes, or pending transfer holds, except: [Disclose].
5.3 No Infringement Warranty (Optional). ☐ No warranties about trademark infringement or third-party claims. ☐ Transferor warrants no known disputes exist.
5.4 Authority. Each Party represents it has authority to enter into this Agreement.

6. Risk Allocation and Failure to Transfer

6.1 Transfer Failure. If transfer fails due to Transferor’s non-cooperation, Transferor will refund amounts paid (if any) within [] days.
6.2 Buyer/Transferee Failure. If transfer fails due to Transferee’s non-cooperation, Transferor may keep: ☐ None ☐ A fee of $[] ☐ Other: [Remedy].
6.3 Force Majeure. Delays caused by registrar outages or events outside control will extend deadlines.

7. Confidentiality (Optional)

7.1 Confidentiality. ☐ Not included ☐ Parties will keep terms and price confidential, except as required by law or escrow.

8. Miscellaneous

8.1 Governing Law. This Agreement is governed by the laws of [State/Country].
8.2 Entire Agreement. This Agreement is the entire agreement about the Domain transfer.
8.3 Amendments. Amendments must be in writing and signed by both Parties.
8.4 Severability. If any provision is unenforceable, the remainder remains effective.
8.5 Electronic Signatures. Electronic signatures are effective.

Signatures

By signing below, the Parties agree to this Domain Name Transfer Agreement as of the Effective Date.

Transferor: [Full Legal Name]
Authorized Signatory: [Name]
Title/Role: [Title]
Date: [Date]
Signature: ___________________________

Transferee: [Full Legal Name]
Authorized Signatory: [Name]
Title/Role: [Title]
Date: [Date]
Signature: ___________________________