[dns-operations] Registrars with a "registry lock" service

[Randy Bush]

hi anand,

> We're looking at some other registrars, viz. Joker (Germany), Oxxa
> (Netherlands) and PorkBun (USA).  They all offer the usual features we
> would want from a good registrar, but none of them have any
> information on their website about a specific advanced feature we're
> looking for, which is called "registry lock".

i am a happy joker customer.  they have it

    The protection of a domain name ("domain locking")
    provides an additional layer of security against
    unauthorized domain manipulation. 
    It also prevents from fraudulent transfers.

    This feature keeps you safe from the notorious
    people known as domain hijackers. They often spot
    nice domain names to generate profit from them.

    If you decide you do need to unlock your domain
    (needed to transfer a domain to another
    registrar),
     simply log in to your account at
    Joker.com and remove the lock with the help of our
    'Servicezone'.

    This procedure conforms to the ICANN regulations
    from November 12th, 2004.

randy