Domain Management
Lightpost offers to keep up with your domain name registrar renewals and configuration.
Domain management with Lightpost means peace of mind. You maintain ownership, while we handle the renewals, records, and technical details. Your congregation stays online and connected—without the risk of losing your digital identity.
Managing Your Domain with Lightpost
Lightpost can take care of your domain name — ensuring it stays current, is renewed on time, and remains properly configured. We serve as a single, reliable point of contact for all domain-related questions or issues, so you never have to worry about losing access or dealing with confusing registrar systems.
How to Enable Domain Management
To transfer your domain to our registrar for managed services through Lightpost, we just need two things done with your current registrar:
Unlock the domain at your current registrar (to allow for transfer to another registrar)
Most registrars have a "lock" enabled to prevent domains from being automatically transferred.
Gather and send the auth code to Lightpost support
This is sometimes called an "EPP code" with some registrars.
You will need to locate this with your current registrar. Some registrars require opening a support ticket to access this code.
We'll handle the rest after that! Please note:
Domain name transfers can take 5+ business days.
We must identify any other current hosted services using your domain name to ensure we keep those services running (such as email, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, etc)
Lightpost will be your point of contact for any help you need with domain name configurations.
Why Domain Management Matters
Your domain name (like churchofchrist.org) is one of your congregation’s most important digital assets. It connects people to your website, email, livestreams, giving platform, and other online tools. Yet it’s surprisingly easy for domains to lapse or become misconfigured — often without warning.
Some of the most common reasons congregations lose control of their domain include:
Lost login credentials – Access to registrar accounts can be misplaced over time.
Ownership confusion – Domains are sometimes registered under an individual’s name instead of the congregation’s.
Leadership changes – When responsibilities shift, important renewal details can be forgotten.
Passing of a caretaker – A domain may become inaccessible if it was registered under the name of someone who has passed away.
Membership or leadership disputes – Lack of clear ownership records can create complications.
Configuration updates – Modern services often require DNS updates or new verification records to function correctly.
With Lightpost domain management - your congregation's domain name belongs to the eldership/members of the congregation and are managed on your behalf.
How Lightpost Domain Management Helps
With Lightpost managing your domain, your congregation’s web presence stays secure and stable. Here’s how we help:
Automatic renewals: We ensure your domain never expires due to missed payments or forgotten logins.
Proper ownership: Your domain remains the property of your congregation (eldership/members), not Lightpost or any individual.
Centralized support: If anything ever changes—new website, new email provider, new pastor—we’ll handle DNS or registrar updates for you.
Protection from loss or disputes: We document and preserve ownership details to prevent future confusion.
Single point of contact: Instead of tracking which service holds which record, you simply contact Lightpost.
FAQ
Who actually owns the domain?
Your congregation does. Lightpost manages it on your behalf, but ownership always remains with your eldership or members.
Can we still access or transfer the domain later?
Yes. You can request full access or transfer the domain at any time. We’ll help with the process to make it smooth and secure.
What if we already have a domain?
We can transfer it under Lightpost management, keeping your existing name and configuration. You’ll stay online during the transition.
What if we ever stop using Lightpost?
You’ll still fully own your domain. We’ll assist you in transferring it wherever you’d like — no lock-in.
Does Lightpost manage DNS settings too?
Yes. We handle DNS updates for your website, email, livestream, or any other service that needs to be connected.
How much does domain management cost?
Domain management pricing can be found on the pricing page. We also bill for the yearly renewal of the domain itself.
Do you register new domains too?
Yes! If you don’t already have one, we can help you find and register the best domain name for your congregation.
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