Will my DNS break during the transfer?

No. Your DNS records stay active during the transfer because they're stored at your current DNS provider, not at Porkbun. The transfer only changes the registrar. However, don't modify DNS at Porkbun during transfer. Once bunkerdomains takes control, you can manage DNS through our panel or point to your own nameservers.

Can I transfer a .io, .co, or other new gTLD from Porkbun?

Yes. bunkerdomains supports most gTLDs and ccTLDs that Porkbun does, including .io, .co, .me, .dev, .app, .blog, and country codes. Some restricted TLDs (e.g., .bank, .insurance) may require additional verification we don't perform. Check our TLD list before transferring.

What if my domain expires soon? Can I still transfer?

Yes, but renew at Porkbun first if expiration is within 30 days. Transfers require a stable expiration date. If you transfer within 30 days of expiration, the registry may reject it. Once transferred to bunkerdomains, renewal pricing is fixed—no surprise increases.

Do I need to provide any personal information to bunkerdomains?

No. We require only a funded crypto wallet and domain details (domain name, EPP code). No name, address, email, or phone number is collected or stored. Your account is tied to your wallet keys only.

Will WHOIS privacy carry over from Porkbun?

No. Porkbun's WHOIS privacy service is separate and doesn't transfer. However, bunkerdomains includes privacy by default on all domains. Your registrant information will not appear in public WHOIS records. No extra charge.

How long does a transfer actually take?

Typically 24–48 hours after Porkbun approves the release. The slowest part is human approvals and registry propagation. Once the domain shows in your bunkerdomains account, the transfer is complete and live.

Can I use the same DNS nameservers at bunkerdomains as I did at Porkbun?

If you were using Porkbun's nameservers, you can switch to bunkerdomains nameservers (or any third-party DNS provider you prefer) after transfer. If you pointed to custom nameservers, those records remain valid—just verify in your bunkerdomains account.

What if I want to transfer back to Porkbun later?

You can. Once your domain is at bunkerdomains, you can request an EPP code from us and transfer out anytime. There's no lock-in period or penalty. However, you'll need to provide identity verification to Porkbun if you re-register there.

Alternatives to Porkbun

Porkbun works for casual registrations. But if you're running a privacy-focused project, handling sensitive clients, or just tired of KYC forms and DMCA takedown replies, you'll hit their limits fast. Porkbun requires identity verification, responds to DMCA notices like any mainstream registrar, and their pricing creeps up on renewals. They're a US company answering to US law. Nothing wrong with that—just not bulletproof. Bunkerdomains exists for the opposite reason. We don't collect your identity. We don't reply to DMCA notices. We accept only crypto, so no payment trails. Your domain registration stays anonymous by default, not by request. We're not faster or flashier than Porkbun. We're just built for people who need privacy as a feature, not an afterthought. If you're registering a privacy tool, a journalism site, a content platform that operates in gray zones, or simply want your DNS out of surveillance capitalism's reach, switching makes sense. The process takes 10 minutes. We'll walk you through it.

Why switch

No KYC or identity verification required

Porkbun requires name, address, and email verification during signup. We don't ask. Crypto wallet address is enough. Your registration stays pseudonymous unless you volunteer information.

No DMCA compliance or takedown replies

Porkbun complies with US DMCA requests and forwards notices to domain holders. We don't monitor, log, or reply to takedown demands. If your registrar won't answer DMCA letters, courts can't order your domain suspended via the registrar.

Crypto-only payment, no card tracking

Porkbun accepts credit cards, which create payment trails. We accept Bitcoin, Monero, and Ethereum only. No bank involvement. No chargeback risk for you or us. Transaction is final and untraceable.

WHOIS privacy included, not upsold

Porkbun charges extra for WHOIS privacy (typically $0.50–$2/year). We include it standard. Your registrant data never appears in public records.

Offshore jurisdiction without US compliance pressure

We operate outside US borders and don't comply with US law enforcement requests without a valid warrant. Porkbun is a US company and follows US legal process.

No account recovery gates or email dependency

Porkbun ties account access to email and phone recovery. We use only your crypto wallet. If you own the keys, you control the account. No email compromise can lock you out.

bunker vs Porkbun

Feature	bunkerdomains	Porkbun
Identity verification (KYC)	Not required	Required (name, address, email)
DMCA compliance	No monitoring, no replies	US-compliant, forwards notices
Payment method	Crypto only (BTC, ETH, XMR)	Credit card, PayPal, crypto
WHOIS privacy	Included standard	Extra charge (~$0.50–$2/yr)
Jurisdiction	Offshore, non-US	United States (Oregon)
Account security model	Crypto wallet only	Email + SMS recovery
DNS logging	Minimal, not indexed	Standard DNS logs
Takedown response time	N/A (no compliance)	24–72 hours (typical)
Renewal pricing transparency	No price hikes (fixed rates)	Renewal cost may exceed registration
API access	Yes, no API key disclosure	Yes, standard API
Support channels	Email only (no chat logs)	Chat, email, phone
Free subdomains	No, standard DNS only	Free forwarding, subdomains

Transfer from Porkbun

Transferring from Porkbun to bunkerdomains takes about 10 minutes and requires basic domain management access. Here's the exact process. **Step 1: Unlock your domain at Porkbun.** Log in to your Porkbun account, find the domain under My Domains, click it, and toggle "Lock Status" to unlock. Porkbun won't transfer a locked domain. Wait a few minutes for the unlock to propagate. **Step 2: Request your EPP code.** In the same domain settings page, look for "Authorization Code" or "EPP Code." Click to reveal it. This is a single-use string that proves you control the domain. Copy it. Porkbun may email it to your registered email address; check spam if needed. **Step 3: Check expiration date.** Note your domain's expiration. Transfers don't reset the expiration at bunkerdomains—it carries over. If your domain expires in 2 weeks, transfer now or renew first at Porkbun. We'll take control from the exact expiration date Porkbun has. **Step 4: Create a bunkerdomains account.** Go to bunkerdomains.com, create an account using your crypto wallet (no email or password required). Verify you control the wallet. Fund it with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Monero—enough to cover the transfer and 1 year of renewal. **Step 5: Initiate transfer at bunkerdomains.** In your account, click "Transfer Domain." Enter your domain name and EPP code. Select the TLD and confirm the year of registration. The system will check Porkbun's registry for the domain status. **Step 6: Approve the transfer at Porkbun (if required).** Porkbun may send an approval email or pop an in-account notification. Approve it within 5 days. Some registries auto-approve; check your Porkbun inbox if nothing happens. **Step 7: Wait for propagation (24–48 hours).** The registry will release the domain from Porkbun and assign it to bunkerdomains. DNS may flap during this window. Don't change DNS records at Porkbun during transfer. Once it completes, update DNS at bunkerdomains if needed. **Step 8: Verify ownership at bunkerdomains.** Log in to your new bunkerdomains account. Your domain will appear under "My Domains" once propagated. Test DNS resolution. Done. **Troubleshooting.** If the transfer stalls, Porkbun may have flagged a security issue (e.g., recent ownership change). Contact Porkbun support to confirm approval. If bunkerdomains shows an error, verify the EPP code is correct and the domain isn't locked. Registry locks expire after 60 days auto-unlock in most cases.