✅ Disable The Status of Lock – Domain NameServer Change Problem Solved

Are you trying to change your domain’s nameservers but keep seeing an error like:

“Nameserver changes are not allowed while the domain is locked”
or
“Disable the status of lock before making changes”?

Don’t worry — you’re not alone. This is a common issue, especially when moving your website to a new hosting provider. In this post, we’ll walk you through how to disable the domain lock status and fix nameserver update issues step-by-step.

What Does “Disable The Status of Lock” Mean?

When your domain is locked, your domain registrar prevents unauthorized changes — such as transferring the domain or changing nameservers.

While the lock is enabled, you cannot:

  • Change nameservers

  • Transfer the domain to another registrar

  • Modify domain settings freely

This security measure is designed to protect your domain, but it can get in the way when you’re making legitimate updates.

⚠️ Why Does This Error Occur?

The most common reason is:

Your domain is currently in a locked status.

Many registrars (like Namecheap, GoDaddy, Dynadot, etc.) automatically lock domains after registration or domain transfer for added security.

If you try to change DNS or nameservers while it’s locked, you’ll see errors like:

  • “Disable domain lock before changing nameservers”

  • “Registrar lock is enabled”

  • “Nameserver change not permitted while domain is locked”

How to Disable the Lock and Fix NameServer Changes

Follow these simple steps to resolve the issue:

✅ Step 1: Log In to Your Domain Registrar

Go to the official website where your domain is registered — such as:

  • Namecheap

  • GoDaddy

  • Dynadot

  • Bluehost

  • Hostinger, etc.

Use your credentials to log in to your dashboard.

✅ Step 2: Go to the Domain List or Domain Management

After login, navigate to your list of registered domains.
Select the domain where you want to change the nameservers.

✅ Step 3: Check the Lock Status

Look for indicators such as:

  • Domain Lock: ON

  • Registrar Lock: Enabled

  • Registration Status: Locked

If you see any of the above, it means your domain is currently locked.

✅ Step 4: Disable the Domain Lock

Click Edit, Manage, or toggle the switch to turn off domain locking.

You may see a confirmation like:

“Are you sure you want to disable the domain lock?”

Click Yes/Confirm.

After successful change, it should now display:
Registration status: Disabled

Now your domain is unlocked, and you’re free to make DNS or nameserver changes.

✅ Step 5: Update Your Nameservers

Once the domain is unlocked:

  1. Navigate to the Nameservers or DNS Settings section.

  2. Enter your new nameservers (e.g., for Cloudflare, Hostinger, Bluehost, etc.).

  3. Click Save or Update.

That’s it! Your nameservers will start propagating shortly, typically within 24–48 hours.

Summary of Steps

Step Action
1️⃣ Login to domain registrar account
2️⃣ Go to Domain Management
3️⃣ Check lock status
4️⃣ Disable domain lock
5️⃣ Update nameservers

Final Thoughts

If you’re stuck with the message “Disable the status of lock”, now you know why it happens and how to fix it. Unlocking your domain takes just a few minutes and gives you full control over your DNS settings.

✅ Whether you’re moving to a new host or updating your DNS for CDN services like Cloudflare, disabling domain lock is a must-do step.

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Still stuck? Drop a comment or contact your domain registrar’s support — they’ll help you unlock it manually.

Thanks for reading!

Bonus Tip:

After changing nameservers, always check propagation status using tools like:

✅ Ready to Fix It Now?

Go ahead and disable the status of lock — and take back control over your domain DNS settings!