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title: How to Protect Your Domain Name
description: "A domain is a valuable business asset and should be protected like any other important account. ## Protection Checklist - Use a strong client-account password. - Keep the registrant email active. - Limit who has account access. - Renew early.…"
url: "https://vertico.co.zw/docs/how-to-protect-your-domain-name/"
updated: "2026-07-23"
category: Domains
---

# How to Protect Your Domain Name

A domain is a valuable business asset and should be protected like any other important account.

## Protection Checklist

- Use a strong client-account password.
- Keep the registrant email active.
- Limit who has account access.
- Renew early.
- Verify change requests carefully.
- Keep ownership details accurate.
- Watch for fake renewal invoices and phishing messages.

## Developer Access

Give developers only the access needed for their work. Do not transfer domain ownership merely to allow website development.

## When an Employee Leaves

 **Important:** Immediately change shared credentials and verify that the business controls the registrant email and recovery methods.

## Need Help?

If you still need assistance, open a support ticket through your Vertico client account and include the affected domain or email address, a screenshot of the error, and the approximate time the problem occurred. Never send passwords by email or support ticket.