Guides

1. Search for a domain name
   On the homepage, you will see a search field that you can use to search for domain names.
   Enter your desired domain name in the search field and press enter to check if it is available.
2. If the domain name is taken
   If the domain name is not available, you will receive a notification that the domain name is already taken, and you will need to try another name.
3. Log in to purchase
   If you are not already logged in, the system will ask you to log in with your user information before you can proceed with the purchase.
4. Select duration
   If the domain name is available, you will see a page indicating that the domain name is available and you can purchase it.
   Select the duration (1 year or more) and click “Buy domain”
5. Fill out payment information
   Fill out the necessary payment information and click “Go to payment” to pay for your domain name.
   You can also use a previously saved payment method.
6. Confirm purchase
   After you have paid, you will receive a confirmation stating that the domain name is now yours.
   You will also receive a receipt sent to your email address.

You have now registered a domain name on økisnavn.fo.

1. Go to the domain name
2. Open contacts
   Under the overview for your domain name, find the option “Contacts”.
   Click “View” to open and update the contact information.
3. Fill out contact information
   Fill in the necessary contact information, such as name, address, email, and phone number.
   You can choose to use the same information for all contacts by clicking “Use the same information for all contacts”, or you can fill out separate information for the registrant, administrators, technical administrators, and billing.
4. Save changes
   Once you have filled out all the necessary fields, click “Save” to update the contact information.

You have now updated the contact information for your domain name.

DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions) is a security feature that increases the security of the DNS (Domain Name System). It ensures that your DNS records are correct and not altered by other actors, and it protects against DNS spoofing attacks.

All domain names registered with Økisnavn automatically receive DNSSEC.

1. Go to the domain name
2. Select “Enable/Disable DNSSEC”
   A window will appear. Read the information in this window, which explains what DNSSEC is and the implications of activating or deactivating it.
3. Confirm changes
   Select Disable DNSSEC / Enable DNSSEC to confirm the changes. The change may take a while to process.
   Note that you can always return to this page and change the status of DNSSEC again if needed.

A transfer code is used when you want to transfer a domain name to another provider. You get the transfer code from Økisnavn.fo. The code is entered with the new provider to start the transfer process.

1. Go to the domain name
2. Open “Transfer domain”
3. Click “Generate transfer code” under the “Transfer domain name” section
   A code will be displayed that you need to give to the other party who will take over the domain name.
   The other party must enter the transfer code on their page.

If you want to cancel or change the transfer, you can create a new transfer code. This makes the previous code inactive.

It is possible to share domain names with users and teams on økisnavn.fo. See instructions for teams and sharing below.

A transfer code is used when you want to transfer a domain name to another provider. You get the transfer code from Økisnavn.fo. The code is entered with the new provider to start the transfer process.

1. Go to the domain name
2. Open “Transfer domain”
3. Click “Create transfer code” under the “Transfer domain name” section
   A code will be displayed that you need to give to the other party who will take over the domain name.
   The other party must enter the transfer code on their page.

If you want to cancel or change the transfer, you can create a new transfer code. This makes the previous code inactive.

A transfer lock is an additional security measure that prevents a domain name from being transferred to another registrar without the current owner’s permission. When the transfer lock is active, it is impossible to transfer the domain name or retrieve a transfer code. This can be managed in the “Transfer domain name” section under the overview of your domain name.

1. Go to the domain name
2. Open “Delete domain”
   In the overview of your domain name, find the option “Delete domain name”.
   Click “Delete domain name” to see the option.
3. Confirm that you want to delete the domain:
   A warning will be displayed, asking you to confirm that you really want to delete the domain name.
4. Click “Delete domain” to confirm.
   If you change your mind, click “Cancel” to stop the deletion process.

After this, the domain name will be scheduled for deletion. It may take up to 60 days for the domain name to be deleted.
You will lose all rights to the domain name, and the domain name will be available for others to register.

1. Go to the domain name
2. Select “Forwarding”
3. Enable forwarding
   • Click the button to enable forwarding.
4. Set up forwarding
   • Select the type of forwarding.
   • Enter the URL address you want to forward to in the text field.
5. Save changes
   • Click the “Save” button to save the changes.

After following these steps, your domain name will be forwarded to the URL you have chosen.

Registration lock is an additional lock you place on your domain. When the registration lock is active, no registrations or changes can be made to your domain. The lock is applied immediately. If you need to unlock the registration lock, a request is sent to Økisnavn. Økisnavn will contact you once the change is made.

Lock domain

1. Go to the domain
2. Select Registration Lock
3. Lock the domain
   Click Lock domain to change the registration lock setting on the domain.
4. Save changes
   Click Save to save the changes, or Cancel to discard the changes.

Note that once you lock the domain, no registrations or changes can be made to your domain without unlocking the registration lock by sending a request to Økisnavn. This can be done by clicking Unlock.

Unlock domain

1. Go to the domain
2. Select Registration Lock
3. Unlock the domain
   Click Unlock domain to change the registration lock setting on the domain.
4. Save changes
   Click Save to save the changes, or Cancel to discard the changes.

Once this is done, Økisnavn will be notified. Økisnavn will contact you once the change is made.

Create a DNS record

1. Go to the domain name
2. Select “DNS records”
3. Create a DNS record
   Click on the “Create DNS record” button.
   Select the DNS type (e.g., A, CNAME, TXT, etc.).
   Enter the name, IP address or value, and the Time to Live (TTL).
4. Click “Save” to save the record

Update an existing record:
Select the pencil icon next to the record you want to edit.

Delete a DNS record
Select the trash can icon next to the record you want to delete.

Here is a brief explanation of the different types of DNS records:

• A (Address):
  A links a domain name (hostname) to an IPv4 address. It is the most common DNS record.
• AAAA (IPv6 Address):
  AAAA links a domain name to an IPv6 address, which is the new standard for IP addresses.
• CAA (Certification Authority Authorization):
  CAA allows the owner of a domain to specify which certificate authorities (CAs) are allowed to issue SSL/TLS certificates for that domain.
• CNAME (Canonical Name):
  CNAME redirects a domain name to another domain name. It is often used for aliases, where multiple names need to point to the same address.
• MX (Mail Exchange):
  MX points to servers that handle email for a specific domain. It defines which mail servers should be used to send and receive email.
• PTR (Pointer):
  PTR is used for reverse DNS lookup, where an IP address is linked to a domain name.
• SRV (Service):
  SRV points to servers that provide specific services, such as VoIP or IMAP. It specifies the hostname and port number for services.
• TXT (Text):
  TXT allows the owner of a domain to add text strings to DNS, which are often used for domain ownership verification, security, and various other information.

Name servers (DNS servers) are servers that translate your internet address (domain name) into an IP address that can be read by computers and networks. This is necessary to find and use websites on the internet.

1. Go to the domain name
2. Select Name Servers
   Click on “Name Servers” to see the current name servers associated with your website.
3. Manage name servers
   You have two options:
   Use Økisnavn name servers: This is the default option, where Økisnavn’s name servers are used.
   Use custom name servers: If you choose to use other name servers, you must enter them here.
4. Save changes
   Click Save to save the changes, or Cancel to discard the changes.

Note: If you choose not to use Økisnavn’s name servers, you will not be able to manage DNS records within Økisnavn.

TTL (Time to Live) is a measure of how long a DNS record should be stored in a DNS cache on a server before it is updated. This is the time it takes for changes in DNS records to become visible on the internet.

• Low TTL: Changes in DNS records become visible faster.
• High TTL: Changes in DNS records take longer to become visible.

You can pay for domain names with a credit card. Økisnavn accepts VISA and MASTERCARD.

1. Select “Payment Methods” in the sidebar
2. Add a new credit card
   Select “Add Credit Card”.
   A notification will inform you that you will be redirected to a page to enter your credit card details.
   Click “Add Credit Card” to proceed.
3. Fill out credit card details
   You will be redirected to a page from Økisnavn’s payment provider, where you need to enter the card number, expiration date, and security code.
4. Finish
   After entering all the details correctly, the new credit card will be displayed under “Payment Methods”.

You can give credit cards a nickname to make them easier to manage.

1. Go to the domain name
2. Add a credit card
   Select “Manage” under the “Payment Method” section.
   You will now see your payment methods. Select the one you want to link to the domain name.
3. Click “Save” to save.

You can remove the payment method by going to “Manage” and selecting “Save without card”.

This credit card is now linked to the domain name, and you can now enable automatic renewal.

Automatic renewal allows the system to renew your domain name when it is nearing expiration. The system will automatically charge the payment method linked to the domain name.

1. Go to the domain
2. Ensure you have an active payment method
   You must have an active payment method linked to your domain to enable automatic renewal.
3. Enable automatic renewal
   Under the overview for your domain name, find the option “Automatic Renewal”.
   Click the “Enable Automatic Renewal” button.
4. Accept terms and conditions
   A window will appear, asking you to accept the terms and conditions for automatic renewal.
   Read the terms and click “I have read and accepted the terms of purchase”.
   Then click “Enable Automatic Renewal”.

You have now enabled automatic renewal for your domain name. The system will now automatically renew the domain when it is nearing expiration.

The billing date for a domain name is one month before the renewal date.

1. Go to the domain
2. Select “Users” from the menu
3. Click the “Send invitation to manage the domain name” button
   Enter the email address of the person you want to invite to manage the domain name with you.
4. Click “Send invitation”
5. Finalize
   After you send the invitation, the person will receive an email with a link to confirm their access to manage the domain name. Once the person has confirmed, they will have access to manage the domain name with you. The person can manage the domain name but cannot create, delete, or transfer the domain name.

A team is a group of users who can manage one or more domain names together. Team members can manage DNS records, while team owners can create, delete, and transfer domain names, as well as manage payment methods.

By creating a team, you can share responsibilities and permissions among multiple users.

1. Select the appropriate team from the top right corner of the page.
2. Add people to the team
   Under “Users”, click the “Send invitation to team” button.
   Enter the email address of the person you want to add to the team.
   Select the role, either Member or Team Owner.
   Click “Send invitation”.
3. Finalize
   After you send the invitation, the person will receive an email with a link to confirm their membership in the team. Once the person has confirmed, they will be registered as a member of the team and will have access to the domain names in the team.