Straight talk
Dab Hand Domains vs WHMCS vs GoDaddy
WHMCS runs on WordPress. GoDaddy upsells at every click. Others hide prices until checkout. Here's how we compare.
| Dab Hand Domains | WHMCS | GoDaddy / Others | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No upsells at checkout | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| White-label client portal | ✓ | ~ | ✕ |
| Clean setup — no WordPress required | ✓ | ✕ | ~ |
| Gift domains to clients instantly | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Google Workspace referral codes | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Free email forwarding for life | ✓ | ✕ | ~ |
| Custom coming soon pages included | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Transparent renewal pricing | ✓ | ~ | ✕ |
| Modern, no-fluff dashboard | ✓ | ✕ | ~ |
~ Partial support with significant configuration required
Moving over is simpler than it sounds
1
Get your auth code
Your current registrar can reveal this — it's sometimes called an EPP or transfer code.
2
Start the transfer with us
Enter the domain and auth code from your dashboard. We handle the rest with the registry.
3
Wait 5-7 days, nothing goes down
Your DNS records carry over, so your site and email keep working throughout — no downtime, and you get a free year added on completion.
Common questions
Will I lose my SEO rankings by transferring?
No. Transferring the registration doesn't touch your DNS or hosting — the domain still points wherever it already points, so nothing about your site changes.
Does my email keep working during the move?
Yes. DNS records (including MX records for email) carry over as-is, so mail keeps flowing throughout the transfer.
What does a transfer actually cost?
Nothing extra beyond the standard renewal price for your TLD — and you get a free year added to the registration on completion, which is standard practice across registrars.
Can I transfer a domain that's about to expire?
Most registries block transfers in the final days before expiry and shortly after registration — outside that window, you're fine.
Switch in minutes, not weeks
Free transfers, no downtime, and a dashboard your clients will actually enjoy using.