> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.oscollective.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.oscollective.org/for-hosted-member-projects/domain-transfers-and-registration.md).

# Domain Transfers and Registration

## Domain Transfers

Open Source Collective uses Namecheap as our domain registrar. If your project would like to transfer a domain to OSC, here's what you need to know:

* Transfer costs start at \~$15 USD but may vary depending on the top-level domain (TLD).
* Renewal costs vary based on the TLD.
* All costs are charged to your Collective's budget.
* To transfer a domain to OSC, you must unlock your domain with your current registrar and provide us with the Authorization Code (Auth Code/EPP Code)

## Eligibility

Please note that we will generally host domains for projects with an established relationship with OSC. In most cases, this means the project has been active on the Open Collective platform for at least six months and maintains a sufficient balance before we agree to host its domain. 

## Next Steps

If your project wishes to transfer its domain to OSC, please [fill out this form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePU6JP5AF6xlrvfIsubmsoilIrPgmEavq5s--1eey8hPXSdA/viewform) and email us at <hello@oscollective.org>.&#x20;

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## Domain Management

Once a domain is successfully transferred, responsibilities are divided as follows:

**OSC will:**

1. Invite the Collective admin as the Domain Manager
2. Maintain full domain ownership
3. Manage domain renewals

**The Domain Manager will:**

1. Coordinate domain renewal with OSC
2. Ensure sufficient funds in the Collective's balance for renewal costs
3. Have limited permissions

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## Using a CDN

We recommend using a Content Delivery Network (CDN), such as Cloudflare, to manage your domain's DNS settings.&#x20;

Before transferring your domain, we recommend updating your nameservers to those provided by your CDN. You can find step-by-step instructions in your CDN provider's documentation.

Using a CDN allows you to maintain full control over your DNS configuration while OSC is the domain owner.&#x20;

### Updating Nameservers

Both OSC and the Domain Manager can update the domain's configuration, as needed. However, we strongly prefer that your Collective manage the day-to-day DNS configuration through a CDN provider, such as Cloudflare, to ensure greater flexibility and control.