Account & Domain Security

• How do I unlock my domain?

  To unlock your domain, please follow these steps: Sign in to your Dynadot account. Select "My Domains" from the left-side menu bar and click "Manage Domains" in the drop-down. Check the box next to the domain name(s) you want to unlock. Select "Unlock Domains" from the "Bulk Action" drop-down menu. If your account is locked, you will be prompted to unlock your account before proceeding. Unlocking your account will require you to enter your "Birthday" (as well as a Token Code if you have set up Google Authenticator and/or an SMS Code if you have SMS set up). After entering the necessary information to unlock your account, click the "Unlock Account" button. This will take you back to the "Manage Domains" page where you can make your domain selection(s) again. Click the "Unlock Domains" button to unlock your domain(s). Please submit a "Forgot Birthday" request if you do not remember your "Birthday." Please submit a "Lost Cellphone" request if you have lost your cellphone or cannot access it for Google Authenticator and/or SMS.

• How do I activate my security key to my Dynadot account?

  Linking your Security key to your Dynadot account, along with your "birthday" and Google Authenticator is a great way to add extra security to your account. This is why we recommend adding it as a part of your account security. To activate your Security key, you will first need to purchase and register your physical security key on your computer. Each security key has its own steps. Please refer to the product guide and follow those steps. After you have registered your key, please follow these steps: Sign in to your Dynadot account. Select “Security” from the "My Info" drop-down menu. Unlock your account using the button at the top of the page. Under “Two Factor Authenticate“, click on ‘Security Key’. Insert the security key into your computer’s port, or connect via your mobile device. Once you have connected please verify your key through touching the top of the key. Click on the "Enable Security Key" button to save your changes. Please note: Your browser may ask you to allow/enable permissions.

• Do I really have to enter my Google Authenticator token code or SMS code on every login?

  No, you don't. You can choose to either enter your code at every login or have our system remember your IP address and only enter the code when you're logging in from a new IP address. The default setting has code entry at each login, but if you want to change it, you can do so by following these instructions: Sign in to your Dynadot account. Click "My Info" from the left-side menu bar, then click "Security". Click Unlock Account , verify your identity by entering your "birthday" as well as your Google Authenticator token code and/or your SMS code into the "Account Lock" area. Click the "Unlock Account" button. Scroll down to the "Autehntication Settings" section. Here you can select either "Every Login (Most Secure)" or "Every New IP Address" and then click "Save Settings" to save your changes. Haven't added this extra layer of security yet? Learn how to add Google Authenticator and/or SMS Authentication to your account!

• How do I submit a "Forgot Birthday" request?

  Dynadot takes your account security seriously. This is why we ask you to enter a "birthday" on your first login. Please ensure that the "birthday" entered is your actual date of birth. It is required for certain account functions such as editing your account info and unlocking your domains. If you have forgotten your "birthday," you need to submit a "Forgot Birthday" request by following these steps: Sign in to your Dynadot account. Select "My Info" from the left-side menu bar and click "Security" in the drop-down. Click on the "Unlock Account" button next to the "Account Lock" section. Click on the "Forgot Birthday" link. Enter the information in the provided form. Press the "Submit Request" button to submit your request. A manager will then contact you via email regarding your request. Please note that it can take up to 2 business days to process your request; however, it is usually faster. You may be asked to send in identification to prove you are the account owner.

• Can I change/update my PIN number?

  Sign in to your Dynadot account. Click ‘My Info’ > ‘Security’. Scroll down to the Customer Pin section. Here you can reset the PIN as well as see when it expires.

• What is 2 step verification?

  Dynadot takes account security seriously. This is why we don't just rely on your username and password to ensure the security of your domains. In addition to the "birthday" you are required to enter, you can also set up 2 step verification to add another layer of security to your account. We offer the following security options that you can add to your account for 2 step verification: SMS Authentication: You will receive a verification code via text message that you must enter along with your "birthday" to unlock your account. Google Authenticator: This is a smartphone app that gives you a time sensitive verification code to enter along with your "birthday" to unlock your account. Security Key: Is a physical USB drive that connects with your devices, including computers and laptops, to prove identity to access specific resources on a network. Similar to an OTPs, a security key can be used to authenticate a user whenever they wish to access specific resources or need to log in to their accounts on a website or an application. If you want even more security for your account, you can use both the SMS authentication and Google Authenticator together. You will then be required to enter both along with your "birthday" to unlock your account.

• Why is Dynadot asking me to send in identification?

  To minimize fraud, we sometimes ask our customers to provide additional verification. However rest assured Dynadot takes your security and your documents’ security very seriously. Please see below to review our efforts: PCI level 1 compliance: We adhere to the best practices and standards defined and outlined by the PCI Security Standards Council. This level of comprehensive security has been outlined by American Express, Discover, JCB International, MasterCard, Visa Inc, and others through the PCI security counsel. Limit access: The documents you submit are not exposed to all employees at Dynadot. Rather, only those whom need to see the documents have 2FA access. Responsible retention and deletion: Your data is never sold, leased, saved elsewhere for any reason. We also automate our deletion process, so your documents are not stored indefinitely or for longer than needed. GDPR: Dynadot adheres to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) guidelines set forth by the European Union.

• How do I find my Google Authenticator serial number or key?

  To locate your Google Authenticator serial number or key, please follow these steps: Sign in to your Dynadot account. Select "My Info" from the left-side menu bar and click "Security" in the drop-down. Verify your identity by entering your Birthday as well as your Google Authenticator token code and/or your SMS code (if applicable). Press the "Unlock Account" button. You will now be able to access your serial number or key under the "Google Authentication" section. Have you lost your cellphone or don't have access to Google Authenticator? Learn how to submit a Lost Cellphone request so we can help you.

• Why do you need a birthday and secret question and answer from me?

  Dynadot takes your account security seriously. This is why we ask you to enter a secret question and answer as well as a "birthday" on your first login. The information you enter should be valid information that you will be able to remember as we will ask for this information during certain account functions such as editing your account info and unlocking your domains. Please ensure that the birthday entered is your actual date of birth. If you do forget it, you'll need to submit a forgot birthday request. Your secret question should be something a stranger would not know about you. For example: Question: favorite food Answer: apple Please note that in the future, your secret answer must be entered exactly as it was when you created it. So, for the example above, "Apple" or "APPLE" would be seen as incorrect by our system. When will I be required to enter my "birthday"? When will I be required to enter my secret answer and question? Forgot your "birthday"? Want to add even more security to your account? Add Google Authenticator and/or SMS Authenticator to your account.

• How can I find my support PIN?

  Sign in to your Dynadot account. Hover over your name (located on the right hand side of the screen). Your PIN number will be below your email address. Here is an example: